Wagga Dental Care That Feels Like Family
Compassionate, inclusive dentistry for nervous patients and busy families – gentle expertise you can trust.
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43
Years Serving Wagga Wagga Families
100+
Combined Years Dental Experience
5
Trained and Dedicated Team Members
1
Local Practice, Every Need Covered
We Know Why You’ve Been Putting This Off
Whether it’s juggling school runs, work deadlines, or the knot-in-your-stomach feeling before every appointment – real barriers keep real people from getting the care they deserve. At Dr Mary-Anne Slater Dentistry, we’ve helped nervous patients and busy Wagga families move past those barriers with gentle, honest, personalised support – so dental care finally feels manageable, not daunting.
Dr Mary-Anne Slater
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Tell Us Everything (Seriously, Everything)
Your first visit starts with a real conversation – no judgement, no rushing. We want to hear your concerns, your history, and what makes appointments hard. This is where we listen and build a care plan around you, not the other way around.
We Go At Your Pace – Always
Whether you need to be asleep for complex treatment, or simply a gentler touch, we adapt every appointment to what feels manageable for you. From kids’ first check-ups to long-overdue care for nervous adults — comfort measures are built in from the start.
Leave With a Plan You Actually Feel Good About
No confusing jargon, no pressure. We explain what we found, what your options are, and what can wait — in plain language. You leave informed, supported, and booked in for whatever comes next, on a schedule that works for your family.
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Care That Goes Beyond the Chair
From little ones visiting the dentist for the first time to adults finally ready to tackle long-postponed treatment — we’re equipped, experienced, and genuinely glad you’re here.
One Practice, Every Need
From routine check-ups and teeth whitening to tooth removal and urgent emergency care – Wagga families have access to comprehensive treatment under one familiar roof. No referral maze, no starting over with a stranger. Just consistent, quality care that knows your history.
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A Gentle Start for Little Smiles
Our team understands that a child’s first dental experiences shape a lifetime of habits. We use calm, playful language and child-accommodating spaces so kids leave feeling happy and proud – not scared. Flexible family appointment blocks mean fewer trips, less juggling.
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Nervous? You’re in the Right Place
Dr Mary-Anne Slater and our team hold additional training in anxiety-informed care, including sleep dentistry options for complex or distressing procedures. Every step is explained, every concern is heard. You won’t be rushed – compassion isn’t an add-on here, it’s the standard.
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Everything Young Smiles Need, Under One Roof
From first checkups and decay prevention to handling the unexpected – a knocked-out tooth, an urgent toothache, or a smile that needs restoring – your child’s dental needs are met here. So many families from Wagga and the surrounding area rely on us. We understand that dental visits can feel overwhelming for little ones and the parents beside them. That’s why every appointment is designed with patience, gentleness, and care that puts your whole family at ease. Whatever stage your child is at, we’re ready for them.
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Everything you and your family needs, under one roof.
Children’s Dentist
Gentle, age-appropriate care for little ones. Our kids dentist in Wagga makes first visits feel safe, fun, and stress-free.
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Family Dentist
Check-ups, cleans and everyday care for the whole family, from a toddler’s first look to your grandmother’s dentures.
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Emergency Dentistry
Pain, swelling, or a tooth knocked clean out. Ring us and we triage over the phone before you get in the car.
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AIRFLOW Gum Disease Hygienist Gentle Scale and Clean
Professional AIRFLOW gentle scale and cleans, gum disease diagnosis and care, and stain removal, with our hygienist, for adults and children alike
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Dental Implants
Replacing a missing tooth root and all, so the jaw bone underneath keeps its shape instead of shrinking away.
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Crowns
Rebuilding a tooth that has cracked or been heavily filled, before it splits and the choice is taken away.
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Dentures
Full and partial dentures, made and fitted here, adjusted until they are comfortable, and repaired when they break.
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Tooth Whitening
Assessed before we start, supervised throughout, and honest with you about who it will not suit.
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Tooth Coloured Fillings
White fillings matched to the shade of your own teeth, so a repair does not announce itself when you smile.
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Anxious Patients and Treatment Under General Anaesthetic
Stop signals you control, slower pacing, and sedation or general anaesthetic if you need it. Nobody here will judge you.
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We meet you where you are
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Over 43 years servicing the local community
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Relaxed, friendly, calm environment
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Patients are the heart of our practice
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Read Up On Topics Concerning Your Dental Health
Practical insights from Dr Mary-Anne Slater and the team – helping Wagga families feel informed and in control.
Is an electric toothbrush worth the money?
For most people, yes — but not for the reason the advertising gives. It is the timer that does the work, not the bristles.
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Why two dentists quote wildly different prices
Usually it is not the same treatment. Here is how to read a quote properly and the three questions worth asking before you agree.
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Do baby teeth with holes really need filling?
They fall out anyway, so why bother? Because an abscess under a baby tooth can damage the adult tooth forming above it.
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Are you taking new patients?
Yes — we’re always welcoming new patients at our Wagga dental practice, whether you’re a family looking for one place for everyone or an adult who hasn’t been in for a while. There’s no judgement here, just a warm welcome and personalised support from your very first visit. Give us a call or send us a message via our contact page and we’ll find a time that works.
What's the best toothpaste for my child or me?
For adults and kids over 6, we recommend a fluoride toothpaste with 1000–1500ppm fluoride — it’s genuinely the most effective, evidence-backed option, which is why you’ll see trusted brands like Colgate front and centre on our site. For little ones under 6, use a low-fluoride kids’ formula and just a rice-grain-sized smear, since young children tend to swallow toothpaste rather than spit it out. Not sure what’s right for your family? Ask us at your next check-up and we’ll give you personalised advice for your teeth specifically.
Will whitening damage my teeth? / Do I need whitening?
Professional teeth whitening, done properly under our supervision, won’t damage your enamel — that’s a very different story from harsh DIY kits online. And honestly, whitening is a cosmetic choice, not something your teeth need — there’s never any pressure either way. If your smile has dulled over the years or you just want a bit more brightness for an occasion, we’ll talk you through safe options that suit your teeth.
Is a power toothbrush better than a normal toothbrush?
Both can clean your teeth really well with good technique. A power toothbrush just makes it easier to get a consistently thorough clean, especially if you tend to brush too hard or rush it. If a manual brush twice a day is already working for you, no need to switch — but if you deal with plaque build-up or gum sensitivity, we can recommend the right power toothbrush for you at your next hygiene visit.
What can I do about my sensitive teeth?
If hot or cold drinks make you wince, it’s usually down to worn, cracked, or exposed enamel — though it can also mean decay, gum recession, or a cracked filling. The good news is there’s almost always one clear cause and a simple fix, from a desensitising toothpaste to a quick in-chair treatment. Best next step is a check-up so we can find the actual cause and get you the care you deserve, rather than guessing.
I'm really anxious about dental visits – what actually happens at my first appointment?
Your first visit is about getting to know you — no drills, no pressure. We chat about your concerns, do a gentle check-up at your pace, and map out a plan together. Sleep/sedation dentistry options are available if you need extra support to feel comfortable.
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You’ve seen how we work, met our team, and heard from families who’ve been where you are. The next step is simply yours to take. Whether you’re booking for a little one or finally ready to address something you’ve been putting off – we are ready when you are.
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