Had to have a full upper clearance (i.e, all top teeth out) after an accident. Was told there would be no dramas as dentures have improved over time. Only, I had big dramas as, told be the dentists, the inside of my mouth is of a peculiar shape. Basically, my bottom teeth extent further out than my top teeth. The opposite to most people. They tried to align the denture so the symmetry would make it easier for me to eat, improve appearance and help the cramping I often got in my jaw. Sadly, it (the denture) didn't fit correctly and was sent for adjustments two/three times until it became 'wearable'. But only for a period of time of about 4-6 hours and needed adhesive as well. They kept following up on it, seeing me every six months and they weren't pleased with the result either. So, I was put down on the waiting list for implants. Now, these things cost big money and there's no way I could afford them through private practice. The wait was lengthy (four years) but that isn't the fault of the people that run the hospital. That's about how little the govt (either of them) assign funds to take care of people that have dentistry needs but cannot afford it. We and the U.S.A (I'd done research on it) have the highest costs of dental repair in the developed world. Not good enough from either govt to get the message out to young parents to take better care of their children's teeth, or like me, those that lost them in an accident. But they kept me informed of how the waiting list was going. Checked me twice yearly for any shrinkage in the upper jaw and recently, got word that my name was next in line and performed the surgery to great success. They've given me back a smile but most importantly, the ability to have a better diet. Biting into an apple again. Eating salads, toast, Even pork crackling. No the system isn't perfect and the waiting list is far to long. Yet the staff and the dentists I interacted with were all very nice, patient and did their best for me. They're under pressure and under staffed so take that in mind when you need their help for any emergency treatment and if not satisfied with the treatment you get. Write to your local member of Parliament and get them to bring up the subject that more funding is needed in an area that is more important than you realise (good teeth) until you lose them.

Aaarrrggghhhh- DONT EVER GO HERE!!!!! Had a filling roughly replaced that fell out after a day- had waited 4 hrs. Went back and had it fixed after 3 days wait....went back for another a few days later as pain was bad and left after the "dentist" was so rough I called the manager who did a "patchup" job - waited another 2 hrs to get my xrays. Cant slam this palace enough!!!!! They should never have received a "royal" title and should be invesitegated by authoraties. While waiting, others came in with stories of bleeding for 6 months after treatment and constant pain. a crowded waiting room with a blairing TV. Just dont go there.

My five year old daughter ripped two of her teeth out on the trampoline at 6.30pm last night. I rang and was put though to the emergency dept. Straight away the lady was very helpful and took all my details to save time when we arrived. We live an hour away - no emergency dentists on the Peninsula! My husband took her in and said they waited five minutes before being seen. He said everyone was very professional and very good with our daughter who hadn't been to the dentist before. Thank you!

Had no drama here.. best community one you will find..had 6 teeth out over 2 weeks..hate dentists which is why they were rotten..had no issues and left with a + experience

It won't accept you if you're not in pain! :(