Dent8 Dental

I’ve been blown away twice by the kind and gentle dentists at this practice - both Alannah and Rachel. Rachel was great with my 4 year old who usually doesn’t even let me go near her mouth! Highly highly recommend.

No difference between holistic and ordinary dentists. Their policy is to drill, fill and bill. Last visit was horrific and my child couldn't eat for 2 days because she was afraid that her teeth would get rotten. That was huge stress for me as I always fought to gain weight with her (she is still a tiny, fragile girl). Here is the whole story: After we entered the room, I politely asked one of the dentists if she could use a camera to check my daughter's teeth. She was very surprised and asked me for a reason. I said that, in my opinion, poking teeth with a dental probe could potentially leave microscopic holes and cause the need for more fillings in 6 months' time. The dentist said that it was absolutely impossible. They stated as well that they couldn't do a thorough checkup due to my requirement. I asked them again if they would be so kind as to use the camera (Diagnocam) for early detection of tooth decay only. Diagnocam was the main reason why we came such a long distance to Dent8.Finally, they agreed, but were visibly shaken to the point that their hands were trembling during my daughter's examination. It looked like I touched the deepest secret of dentistry, that caused the dentist's reaction.During the visit my 12 year old heard from the dentist (and their assistant) that her teeth would fall out, that she would have an infection and suffer from toothache if she left her teeth untreated.I realise that my daughter has decay in her 2 molars and they must be sorted out, sooner or later. However, this is my child, and as her mother, I would like to decide how and when she needs that treatment. Of course, I always take advice from the experts, professional and qualified staff and I'm very grateful for all tips.My daughter was threatened with losing her teeth and traumatised by comments from the dentist and the assistant. At the end of the visit, I apologised to both for any inconvenience that my request caused. The dentist stated that in their 42 years' career they had never had a client like me. I thought to myself that a person with such a huge amount of experience should have examined and diagnosed teeth even without looking (I'm joking now). To be honest, it was never my intention to offend anyone.I'm an easy going person with a big dose of tolerance and understanding of others` views (or attitudes, behaviours etc.), but sometimes certain things must be said. If you're a caring parent, avoid this place called Dent8. They don't care about patients at all, but money. If you want to save your child from stress try no drill dentistry" (not the best option for those who avoid fluoride) in Sunshine Coast practice

The highest quality clinical skill I've experienced and such lovely staff who really care. The whole team are amazing with little kids too.

I have been coming to this practice for years. I would highly recommend Dent8 to anyone needing dental care. All the staff are professional and kind- especially Dr Jacinta Clayden. She always looks after me well and calms my nerves. She has great expertise, always explains as she goes and is gentle. The best dentist I’ve ever had!

Honest, ethical dentistry considering the whole persons health. We travel from the Gold Coast to see the team for us and our young boys, they are so fantastic, friendly, gentle and caring and the kids have only positive experiences of dentistry as a result. Highly recommended!

Dr Jacinta is a lovely person and wonderful dentist. I have been so anxious about my almost 2-year-old’s aversion to tooth brushing and Jacinta came up with some very practical solutions to overcome this. She was very gentle with my daughter and reassured me greatly. The dental nurse was also amazing - my daughter’s never warmed up to a stranger so quickly!Thank you team.

I could not be more happy with our experience with Dr Rachel at this practice. It was my daughter's first dentist trip - she is 2 and highly sensitive. I was expecting the worst! From the get go, Dr Rachel was so understanding and patient. She took my daughter through all the equipment and let her press some buttons. She was so engaging and gentle and just wonderful. She asked my daughter for permission to touch her every time, which I was very grateful for and my daughter let her look in her mouth and touch her teeth. It was just an amazing result! If it is your young one's first trip to the dentist, do not hesitate! Thank you so much, Dr Rachel!

Always a wonderful experience at Dent8 :) I used to rarely visit the dentist, and now attend my check ups yearly, and with joy. Thank you to the beautiful dentists who make the whole process as psychologically pain-free as possible.

Massive shoutout to th crew at Dent8. Particularly Dr Rachel Clem and her assistant Steph. You have restored my faith in dentists. I have just started going to Dent8 as the offer holistic amalgam removal which they carried to absolute perfection!!! Very accommodating of the fact I am quite sensitive and have a gagging issue. Would 100% recommend this practice to anyone.

Every time I visit this place they do an incredibly thorough and detailed job and do a wonderful job explaining why they're doing it. I usually like to stick to a good place once I've found a good one and can honestly say this will be the one I use for life.