Welcome Natasha Opacic
We are so pleased to welcome Natasha to our team. Natasha is an Oral Health Therapist which means in additional to hygiene appointments, Natasha is able to provide therapy appointments.
What does an Oral Health Therapist do?
Oral health therapists can provide the following dental therapy services to children and adolescents:
- Conduct dental examinations and diagnosis, and develop care plans
- take x-rays of teeth and jaws
- prepare cavities and restore teeth with fillings
- extract deciduous teeth under local anaesthetic when required
- conduct dietary counselling and oral health education and promotion.
Tell me about Natasha!
Natasha is an Oral Health Therapist with a passion for patient centred care and prevention focused dentistry. She studied a Bachelor of Medical and Health Sciences in Sydney, followed by a Bachelor of Oral Health at Charles Sturt University.
Natasha has a strong interest in restorative dentistry, periodontal therapy, and supporting long term oral health outcomes. She is dedicated to providing high quality, evidence based care tailored to each patient’s individual needs.
Natasha enjoys working with patients of all ages and is especially passionate about helping children and anxious patients feel comfortable and supported in the dental environment. She believes education is key to empowering patients to take control of their oral health. Natasha values building long term relationships with her patients with a foundation of trust and understanding.
Outside of dentistry, Natasha enjoys Pilates, strength training, baking, and spending time with her partner and family.
When can I get an appointment?
Appointments are available with Natasha Monday – Thursdays. Make an appointment via our website or by phoning and speaking to our friendly reception team