quality dentistry

at an affordable price

At Emu Dental we are committed to understanding and meeting your needs as a patient. We take great pride in providing professional excellence using the best quality materials, and state-of-the-art equipment, while keeping treatments affordable.

Emu Dental was established by Dr Russell Woods, who graduated from the University of Manchester, with a Bachelor of Dental degree. Since that time he has kept at the forefront of dental excellence, embracing new technology and ideas to ensure that you, his patient, always receive the best possible dental care available.

At Emu Dental, we have an enthusiastic and friendly team in order to make your experience with us relaxing and enjoyable. We recognise that all of our patients are unique and deserve to receive dental care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented dental team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding dental experience every time you visit our practice.

we've been recognised for our high standards.

The team at Emu Dental is proud to announce that we’re now Accredited.

What this means for you

A practice that has achieved this accreditation has demonstrated their commitment to providing excellent dental care. Accredited practices are also committed to continuously improving these standards.

Accreditation is voluntary but when you choose an accredited practice you can be sure you are receiving high quality dental care from a dental practice which adheres to strict protocols designed to ensure patient safety.

What this means for us

We assure you we are committed to ongoing improvement of the policies and procedures that govern our dental practice, providing assurance to patients, staff, colleagues and peers that we are committed to quality, safety and excellence across all standards.

Accreditation is independent recognition that we have met the requirements based on a defined criteria and set of standards that all practices can be judged equally against. Accreditation provides assurance to our patients, staff and everyone associated with the Practice that quality and performance standards have been met and are being constantly evaluated and improved upon.

health funds

Here at Emu Dental, we understand that health fund preferred provider status can give assurance to our patients. That’s why, as a trusted dental practitioner, we have worked hard to establish the strong relationships that are required with major Australian health funds, to achieve the preferred provider status.

Being a preferred dental provider doesn’t just provide assurance to our patients, but it also means that your health fund will contribute more to the associated costs that come with your dental work. Your health fund will have a special relationship with us, so that you can take full advantage of our dental services, with discounted treatment rates.

payment plans

Enjoy flexible payment plans for all types of treatments and procedures at Emu Dental.

To help reduce your financial burden on your next treatment, Emu Dental offers all eligible patients a Dental Payment Plan that extends stress-free credit whenever you need it – so you won’t have to avoid treatment or be made to pay the full amount all at once.

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we're here to help

Listed below are some commonly asked questions we hear from our patients. If you have a more specific enquiry, please contact us today.

What is fluoride?

Fluoride is a mineral that is naturally present in varying amounts in many foods and some water supplies. It is also used in many consumer dental products. Fluoride strengthens teeth making it more resistant to decay. Since Queensland’s water supply does not contain fluoride, it is important to use fluoride containing toothpastes, mouth rinses, and gels topically to gain the added benefit of preventing sensitivity and tooth decay.
Why do teeth get cracks?

A common problem is that teeth will crack, either due to trauma, grinding, clenching, decay or heavily filled teeth. “Cracked Tooth Syndrome” relates to a variety of symptoms and signs caused by a crack or many cracks in a tooth. Early diagnosis is needed to improve the chances of saving a cracked tooth. Symptoms include: Sharp and erratic pain upon chewing or after release of biting pressure: not all cracks cause pain. Sensitivity to cold or hot foods/drinks, or sweets Difficulty in pinpointing which tooth hurts, either upper or lower If you suspect that you may have a cracked tooth, discuss this with your dentist.
What are wisdom teeth?

They’re the last teeth to erupt in the back of your mouth. Usually, they erupt between the ages of 17 and 25. Occasionally, though, they find their way our much later than that; some never erupt at all. Thanks to evolution, we’re evolving into the proud ownership of smaller jaws; unfortunately our teeth aren’t quite keeping pace. Most of our jaws only have room for 28 teeth; we have 32. Basically, this means that the last teeth to erupt, which are the wisdom teeth, have nowhere to go if there’s not enough room remaining.
What is Peridontal Disease?

Periodontal disease is caused by the bacteria found in plaque. If plaque is not regularly removed, it calcifies into a rough, porous deposit called calculus, or tartar. By products of bacterial metabolism irritate the gums, making them red, tender, swollen and more prone to bleed. Eventually, the supporting periodontal structures begin to breakdown. The result of this slow process is tissue loss, bone loss and eventual tooth loss.
What does Peridontal Treatment involve?

In the earlier states of gum disease (mild to moderate periodontitis), most treatment involves scaling and root planning. The procedure aims at removing plaque and calculus from the surface of the tooth adjacent to gum tissue. In the majority of early gum disease cases, treatment entails improved home care techniques and scaling and root planning. Advanced cases may require surgical treatment.
What is the best way to prevent gum disease?

Conscientious removal of plaque by flossing, brushing and regular professional cleanings will minimise your risk of gum disease. However, there are other factors that can affect the health of your gums, such as stress, diabetes, genetics and pregnancy.
I have a number of black fillings, what can be done to improve this?

The black filling material used in your teeth is amalgam. It has been used as a filling material for over a hundred years; it’s still one of the strongest materials available. However, it’s about as unattractive a filling material as you can get. There are a number of other tooth-colour restorative materials currently available that can be used to replace old amalgams.
Why do I need X-rays?

Radiographic or X-ray examinations provide your dentist with an important diagnostic tool that shows the condition of your teeth, their roots, jaw placement and the overall composition of your facial bones. X-Rays can help your dentist determine the presence or degree of periodontal disease, abscesses and many abnormal growths, such as cysts and tumours. X-rays can also show the exact location of impacted teeth. They can pinpoint the location of cavities and other signs of disease that may not be possible to detect through visual examination (such as changes in the jaw bone structure as a result of systemic disease).
I brush my teeth constantly but still have bad breath, what can I do?

Brushing and flossing are definitely the first steps to eliminating bad breath. Brushing and flossing remove bacteria responsible for creating odorous sulphur compounds and the food they feed on. However, bacteria hide not only on and around the teeth but also on the tongue under a layer of mucous. Here they are free to create odours. It is best to brush your tongue daily or you may want to consider a tongue scraper. Both are extremely effective at removing this protective mucous layer from the back of the tongue. The latest products on the market for bad breath are toothpastes and mouthwashes containing chlorine dioxide. The chlorine dioxide neutralises the odorous sulphur compounds, instead of simply covering up the odour.
When should children start coming to the dentist?

Visiting the dentist for the first time is all about making kids feel comfortable. It is great to have children happy and excited to come and see us. It is important that they experience the dentist before they get exposed to the negative images on TV or stories in the playground. From around 3 they can come and have a ride in the chair, we'll count their teeth, all the while looking for early problems. From about 5 they can have a check up, clean and brushing instruction. At around they age of 6, the permanent molars begin to erupt so it's very important to maintain regular check ups at about this time. Protecting the permanent molar teeth with fissure sealants has been shown to be the most effective preventive strategy to keep teeth decay free. Of course, if you have a particular concern, please call us whatever the age of your child.