Business Details
35 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Dental Care in Hawker
Hawker Dental has been providing high-quality dental care to families in Canberra since 1991. Our practice combines extensive experience with a warm, welcoming atmosphere, ensuring patients feel comfortable and valued. Our team of skilled dentists, including Dr Desmond Storey and Dr Graham Shaw, offers a comprehensive range of services from general dentistry to advanced orthodontics and oral surgery. We prioritise gentle treatments and sedation options to cater to nervous patients, supported by a dedicated staff with decades of collective experience. Located in the Playoust Building in Hawker, we serve the local community with convenient 6-day-a-week hours and emergency dental care.Our commitment to quality extends to partnerships with specialist laboratories for custom restorations and implant therapy. We accept all insurance through Hicaps and offer free onsite parking for patient convenience. With a focus on preventive care and long-term oral health, we have earned the trust of three generations of families. Our practice philosophy centres on transparency, patient education, and creating lasting relationships. Whether you require routine checkups, complex dental solutions, or urgent care, Hawker Dental remains dedicated to delivering exceptional service and outcomes.
Services
General Dentistry
Orthodontics
Oral Surgery
Dental Implants
Crowns and Bridges
Emergency Care
Children's Dentistry
Dentures
Root Canal Therapy
Mouthguards
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- Established in 1991 with three generations of local patient trust
- Invisalign-accredited dentists with 20+ years orthodontic experience
- Emergency dental care available daily with pain relief prioritised
- Experienced team with staff members employed over 10 years
- Sedation options available for nervous patients and complex procedures
What people say
Gentle treatments
Emergency availability
Long-term trust
Family-friendly
Sedation options
Services
General Dentistry
Our comprehensive general dentistry services cater to all ages, including checkups, cleans, fillings, and children's dentistry. With Medicare CDBS availability and preventive care focus, we help maintain optimal oral health. Our experienced team handles everything from simple extractions to complex root canal therapies in-house.
Orthodontics
We offer traditional metal braces, ceramic braces, and Invisalign clear aligners for patients of all ages. Dr Graham Shaw brings 30 years' experience, while Dr Kerin Jacobs is Invisalign-accredited. Early intervention options help children achieve proper dental development with interceptive treatments.
Dental Implants
Dr Desmond Storey provides complete implant therapy from surgical placement to final restoration. Solutions include single crowns, multi-tooth bridges, and implant-supported dentures. Our UK-trained expertise ensures precise placement for long-term success and natural aesthetics.
Emergency Care
We prioritise same-day emergency appointments for dental trauma, infections, and severe pain. Services include broken tooth repair, abscess treatment, and knocked-out tooth reimplantation. Sedation options ensure comfortable care during stressful situations.
Crowns and Bridges
Custom crowns and bridges restore damaged or missing teeth using high-quality materials. Working with specialist labs, we complete most cases in two visits. These restorations protect weakened teeth, prevent adjacent tooth movement, and improve chewing function while maintaining natural aesthetics.
People
Dr Desmond Storey
Dentist
Dr Storey completed advanced implant training in the UK, bringing international expertise to Hawker Dental. He provides comprehensive implant therapy and complex restorative treatments, focusing on long-term dental solutions for improved patient quality of life.
Dr Graham Shaw
Dentist
With over 30 years' experience, Dr Shaw specialises in orthodontic treatments including traditional braces and early intervention. He prioritises patient comfort while delivering effective alignment solutions for children and adults across the Hawker community.
Dr Kerin Jacobs
Invisalign Dentist
Dr Jacobs is an Invisalign-accredited provider with postgraduate orthodontic training. He offers clear aligner therapy and interceptive orthodontics, combining technical expertise with a patient-focused approach to achieve optimal smile transformations.
Questions
What emergency dental services are available?
We provide same-day emergency appointments for tooth pain, broken teeth, abscesses, and dental trauma. Our team prioritises pain relief and urgent care during practice hours.
Do you accept new patients?
Yes, we welcome all new patients. Book an appointment online or call us directly for general dentistry, orthodontics, or emergency care needs.
What payment options exist?
We accept all insurance through Hicaps and offer flexible payment plans for orthodontic treatments. Specific financial arrangements can be discussed during consultations.
Are sedation options available?
Yes, we offer local anaesthetic, nitrous oxide, and IV sedation for complex procedures. Discuss your comfort needs with our dentists during treatment planning.
What orthodontic treatments do you offer?
We provide traditional metal braces, ceramic braces, Invisalign clear aligners, and early intervention plates. Our dentists create customised treatment plans for optimal results.
How to care for dental crowns?
Maintain crowns through regular brushing, flossing, and dental checkups. Avoid biting hard objects and attend routine professional cleanings to ensure longevity.
Reviews (1)
Em Louise
Jun 05, 2017
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I just had my braces removed after seeing Dr Shaw for the past 22 months, I am so happy with the result and the professionalism and service at hawker dental. Being dental phobic, the team were very considerate and helpful and I am now much less anxious about the dentist. Very happy customer and will continue to visit hawker dental.
