For a few years running, Preventive Dentistry has participated in the Vinnies CEO Sleepout, and with the help and generosity of our friends, family and patients we have raised vital funds for this important event. Last year as so many of our staff showed enthusiasm for the event, this year we decided to make it a team effort. [Read more…]
How Much Do Dental Veneers Cost (And Why)?
If you are thinking about investing in porcelain veneers, you might be wondering how much you’ll end up spending. In this article, we outline the cost of dental veneers in our practice and why they cost as much as they do.
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What Are Dental Veneers?
Dental veneers are thin facings that are securely attached to the front surface of teeth. They can be used to improve the size, shape, and colour of teeth or the symmetry of the whole smile.
If you thought that Hollywood celebrities get their white, even smiles thanks to dental veneers you are probably right. However, you may be surprised to hear that dental veneers have been around for almost a century. [Read more…]
Balloon Ride to Celebrate 21 Years
I’m sure most people would agree that 2020 will be best remembered for COVID-19 and the impact it had upon our lives and on the global community as a whole. For Preventive Dentistry, 2020 will be remembered for another, more positive, reason. 2020 marks 21 years since Dr Steve Lising has been Principal Dentist at Preventive Dentistry after acquiring it from Dr Noel Egan when he retired.
To celebrate this momentous milestone, Dr Steve took his team of current and some past staff members for a balloon ride over Canberra. Those who joined the event included Dr Noel Egan and retired hygienists Ms Debbie Bray, Ms Wendy Dashwood and Ms Anita Ballad. The morning air was fresh and crisp and there were beautiful views over Canberra followed by champagne at the Hyatt. The balloon ride was thoroughly enjoyed by all.
Reflections on Our Night of Sleeping Rough
On Thursday, June 18, Vinnies Canberra/Goulbourn held its annual (COVID-19-modified) CEO Sleepout. Several members of the Preventive Dentistry team participated in the Vinnies CEO Sleepout this year. We’ve captured their experiences in this article.
- Dr Ann slept in her car
- Dr Deanne and her children slept in their backyard
- Dr Steve and 11-year-old Oliver slept in their car
- Dr Scott slept in his backyard
- Rachael slept in her backyard
Why The Vinnies CEO Sleepout Is So Important This Year
Winter has arrived and it’s getting cold! There’s frost on our lawns and snow on the mountains. On Thursday 18 June, Preventive Dentistry will participate in the Vinnies CEO Sleepout to raise money for the St Vincent de Paul Society to support Canberrans in need.
Our dentists Drs Steve Lising, Ann Duong, Scott Park, Deanne Carr and one of our hygienists Rachael Walton, will be sleeping rough just like the 116,000 homeless people around Australia. We hope that our one-night experience raises awareness about the bleak reality that homeless people endure night after night, day after day. [Read more…]