Playing a critical role in helping patients achieve and maintain healthy and beautiful smiles, Chanel, our Oral Health Therapist, assists them by assessing, diagnosing and treating various oral health conditions. She sees patients of all ages and with issues ranging from gum disease to dental caries. Chanel graduated from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor in Oral Health (BOH). She received multiple awards for her outstanding clinical care.
What to Expect
Before you see the dentist, Chanel will:
- Gather information about the patient, including medical history, oral hygiene routine, current state of oral health, stress levels, lifestyle habits, etc.
- Do a thorough checkup and gum chart
- Check all the restorations
- Take any radiographs
- Perform an oral cancer screening
“Once we’ve gathered all the information, we will discuss with the patient how they can improve certain aspects of their oral health, and how their lifestyle or general health impacts their oral hygiene and oral health,” said Chanel.
After we do that, Dr Tony Goswell (Dentist) looks at the radiographs, examines the patient and creates, along with Chanel, a personalised treatment plan.
Chanel’s Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
How is an OHT different from a hygienist?
Why do I need a checkup and clean before whitening?
What do you look for when doing an oral cancer screening?
What are signs of gum disease?
How should I care for my teeth between checkups?
Any invasive or surgical procedure may carry risks. Before moving forward, it is recommended that you seek a second opinion from an appropriately licensed medical professional.