Dr. Claire Kennedy

 Dr. Claire Kennedy graduated from the University of Melbourne, initially completing the Bachelor of Science (psychology major) prior to her postgraduate Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS). She is interested in all areas of general practice, with a particular passion for cosmetic dentistry. Outside of dentistry, she enjoys watching 00s sit coms and spending quality time with her puppy Wally, her family and her friends.

Gentle, pain free dentistry

Dr. Claire has never met an anxious patient that she hasn’t been able to put at ease! She is a big believer in ensuring every patient is comfortable, and providing a pain free experience from start to finish. Her background in psychology has equipped her to be sensitive to both your dental and emotional needs. Her friendly, empathic, and approachable nature proves beneficial in building trusting relationships with all of her patients, inclusive of those with previous dental phobias.

Special Interests / Areas of Focus

Smile makeovers

Dr. Claire’s greatest passion lies in creating healthy, beautiful smiles. Her favorite part of her job is watching her patients’ confidence grow as they invest in their smile. She has completed many continuing education courses in digital smile design, porcelain veneers and composite bonding. This passion, experience, and eye for detail allows her to create unique plans for every individual to ensure you love your new bespoke smile.

Orthodontic Treatment

Many patients benefit from orthodontic treatment. Well aligned teeth can be an adjunct to cosmetic treatment, can facilitate oral hygiene to improve oral health, can prevent wear and damage to teeth, and improve the appearance of a smile. She has vast experience and education in clear aligner therapy such as invisalign, and is a spark pinnacle provider due to the high number of cases she commences each year. Dr. Claire is enthusiastic about clear aligner therapy due to its invisible, pain free and hygienic nature of the treatment in comparison to traditional braces.

Continuing Education Courses and achievements

Some of Dr. Claire’s achievements and Continuing Education courses completed over the years:

  • ARIA – Master Implant Program
  • Creed – Porcelain Veneers
  • Dermal Distinction – Botulin Toxin and Dermal fillers
  • Kerr – Complete Composites (Anterior)
  • BOSS – Graduate Diploma of Digital Orthodontic Treatments
  • Dermal Distinction – Allergic Rhinitis with Botulinum Toxin