Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Dentist in Chinchilla, QLD
Chinchilla Dental Practice has been a trusted provider of comprehensive dental care in the Chinchilla and Greater Western Downs Region since 1951. Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centred services that prioritise long-term oral health and wellbeing. With expertise spanning preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry, we utilise modern techniques and technology to ensure comfortable, effective treatments tailored to individual needs.Our commitment to community extends beyond clinical care, offering educational resources and flexible emergency services to support families at every stage of life. Backed by decades of local experience and a focus on continuous professional development, we strive to make dental visits positive, stress-free experiences while maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence and patient safety.
Services
Children's Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Emergency Care
Dentures
Dental Implants
Root Canal
Teeth Whitening
Gum Care
Braces
CEREC CAD/CAM
Details
- Year established: 1951
Highlights and features
- We have over 70 years of combined experience in family dental care
- We offer same-day emergency dental appointments
- Our team includes specialists in orthodontics and restorative dentistry
- We use advanced CEREC CAD/CAM technology for same-visit restorations
- We provide community-focused dental education and preventive programs
Services
Children's Dentistry
Specialised dental care for children from their first tooth eruption. We focus on creating positive experiences through gentle treatments and preventive education. Our services include regular check-ups, fluoride applications, and early orthodontic assessments to ensure proper dental development.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Transform your smile with teeth whitening, veneers, and smile makeovers. Our cosmetic treatments address discolouration, misalignment, and damaged teeth while maintaining natural aesthetics. We combine artistry with dental science to create beautiful, functional results that boost confidence.
Emergency Care
Immediate treatment for toothaches, knocked-out teeth, and oral injuries. We prioritise same-day appointments for urgent cases, with after-hours contact options available. Our team provides pain relief and stabilisation for dental trauma and infections.
Dentures
Custom-made dentures for missing teeth restoration. We offer full, partial, and immediate dentures using digital technology for precise fit. Our process includes multiple fittings to ensure comfort, functionality, and natural appearance.
Root Canal
Advanced root canal therapy to save infected teeth. Using modern techniques, we remove infected pulp and seal the tooth to prevent extraction. This procedure relieves pain while preserving natural tooth structure and preventing further complications.
People
Dr Donald Clarke
Partner Dentist
Graduated from UQ in 1977, specialising in orthodontics and dentures. With over 40 years' experience, he combines traditional expertise with modern techniques to deliver comprehensive dental solutions for Chinchilla families.
Dr Kelvin Lin
Associate Dentist
UQ graduate from 2017, focusing on gentle general and preventive care. Known for his empathetic approach, he prioritises patient comfort while delivering high-quality treatments tailored to individual oral health needs.
Dr Jacob Wedderburn-Bisshop
Dentist
Joined CDP in 2022 with a background in sleep science. Specialises in family dental care, helping patients of all ages maintain optimal oral health through preventive strategies and comprehensive treatment planning.
Dr Emma Riedel
Dentist
Over nine years' experience in general dentistry, with a focus on patient relationships. Creates welcoming environments for families, prioritising preventive care and long-term oral health maintenance for all age groups.
Kayla Honnery
Oral Health Therapist
Bachelor of Oral Health graduate from CQU, specialising in children's dental care. Combines clinical expertise with patient education to promote lifelong oral hygiene habits for young patients and their families.
Questions
What should I do for a dental emergency after hours?
Contact our emergency line at 0488 847 038 for immediate assistance. Our team responds promptly to after-hours emergencies, providing guidance and arranging urgent care when needed.
At what age should children first visit the dentist?
We recommend initial dental visits when the first tooth erupts or by 12 months old. Early check-ups help establish good oral hygiene habits and allow for developmental monitoring of your child's dental growth.
Do you offer teeth whitening treatments?
Yes, we provide both in-chair Zoom whitening and custom take-home kits. Our dentists assess suitability during consultations to ensure safe, effective whitening tailored to your specific dental condition.
What dental services are available for adults?
We offer comprehensive adult services including restorative treatments, cosmetic dentistry, dentures, and periodontal care. Our team specialises in addressing age-related dental concerns while maintaining natural tooth function and aesthetics.
How do you handle nervous dental patients?
Our caring team employs gentle techniques and clear communication to ease anxiety. We offer sedation options and flexible appointment scheduling to ensure comfortable experiences for patients with dental fears.
Can you replace missing teeth with dentures?
Yes, we provide full and partial dentures tailored to your mouth structure. Our process includes multiple fittings to ensure comfort, with options for immediate dentures following extractions.
Reviews (4)
Opal Bourke
Oct 27, 2021
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The staff are always welcoming, professional and caring. Dr Kelvin is very knowledgeable and gentle. Highly recommend Chinchilla Dental Practice.
Candice Honnery
Oct 14, 2021
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Chinchilla Dental has been looking after our family since 2016 and have always been awesome to us. The staff are so kind and always there to help. I recommend this dentist for your dental needs.
Debbie Aitken
Oct 12, 2021
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We have loved Chinchillla dental practice for our familys dental care. They are brilliant with kids, really gentle and they calm them by talking through what is going to happen and what it will feel like. Highly recommend them.
Kendall Budden
Oct 06, 2021
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I have had amazing experiences with Chinchilla dental practice, staff are always very friendly and are fantastic at their jobs, I can never fault anything Ive had done there! Couldnt recommend them more!