New therapist

DENTAL therapist Lyn Rhodes has joined the Laser Dental Practice in Lilydale.
Ms Rhodes, has more than 16 years’ experience as a dental therapist working exclusively with children.
“My special interest is in the field of preventative dentistry such as oral hygiene and dietary analysis,” she said.
A dental therapist is trained specifically to provide dental treatment for children up to 18 years old and up to 25 years old with a prescription from a dentist.
Laser Dental Practice principal Dr Mariola Prokop said the practice is delighted to have Ms Rhodes join the team.
“Dental therapists are very well prepared to work with children,” she said.
“They can treat almost any problem children present with.
“They play an important role in prevention of dental caries by explaining how to properly brush children’s teeth and they can help parents to correct dietary habits of their child and the whole family.”
Ms Rhodes said her approach to dental treatment was to engender confidence.
“My belief is that a child’s dental experience should be an enjoyable and comfortable one so they look forward to every visit,” she said.
The practice provides an affordable service to the community and is happy to see children with vouchers from school dental services.
Laser Dental Practice is at Suite 5, 30A Hardy Street, Lilydale. Phone 9735 5533.