Watkins Dental Surgery, Inverell

19/12/2025

✨ That’s a wrap for the year at Watkins Dental & Orthodontics ✨

Today was our final day of operation for the year, and we couldn’t finish without saying a heartfelt thank you.

It’s been a big year filled with dedication, long days, teamwork, and caring for our wonderful community. We are so grateful to our patients for your trust and to our incredible team for the hard work and commitment you bring every single day.

We’ll now be taking a short break to rest, recharge, and return with renewed energy.

🦷 Closed from 20 December
🦷 Reopening 5 January at 8:30am

If you experience a dental emergency during our closure, please contact:
• Inverell Hospital – (02) 6721 9500
• National Dental Care, open until 23 December

Wishing you and your families a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 🎄✨
We look forward to seeing you again in 2026.

The Watkins Dental & Orthodontics Team

08/12/2025

🧥📦 LOST & FOUND at Watkins Dental
We’ve had a couple of items left behind at the clinic. They’ve been kept safely at reception for the past few days.:

• 1 black tumbler
• 1 blue puffer jacket (size 6)

If these belong to you or your child, please contact us or pop in during opening hours to collect.
Thank you!

30/11/2025

🎄✨ Happy 1st of December, Inverell! ✨🎄
As we step into the festive season, we want to give everyone a notice about our upcoming holiday break.

Watkins Dental & Orthodontics will be closed from 20 December and will reopen on 5 January.

With a few weeks to go, now is the perfect time to check in on:
✔️ Any lingering toothache
✔️ Sensitivity that’s getting worse
✔️ Broken fillings or chipped teeth
✔️ Orthodontic bracket or wire issues
✔️ Anything you’ve been “putting off until later”

December always books up quickly, and we want to make sure no one is stuck with dental pain over Christmas. If you think you might need us before the break, please reach out early so we can fit you in.

Thank you for your trust and support throughout the year — we’re excited to finish 2025 strong and return in January with fresh energy! 💙

28/11/2025

This week we welcomed Alice Gleeson from Macintyre High School Inverell into the Watkins Dental team for her Year 10 work experience — and she started strong with her Hand Hygiene Certificate and full induction on day one under the guidance of our training master, Ebony.

Alice came in wanting to understand what really happens behind the scenes in a dental surgery, and she embraced every learning opportunity. She discovered how cavities are filled, how retainers are made (her favourite!), how sterilisation works, and how much teamwork goes into caring for each patient.

We’ve known Alice as a volunteer coach for our Toothless Taggers for two years, and she brought that same kindness, responsibility and positive energy into the clinic this week.

Alice, thank you for your enthusiasm, curiosity and wonderful attitude. We’re so excited to see where your future takes you. 🌟

26/11/2025

✨🎄 Sharing Inverell Dental Services’ Christmas Drive! 🎄✨
Inverell Dental Services are supporting Food for the Soul this Christmas, and we’re helping spread the word so more locals can get involved. 💛

They’re collecting:
🍫 Non-perishable snacks
🥤 Long-life drinks
🍝 Pantry staples
🎁 $20 supermarket gift cards

📍 Drop-off: Inverell Dental Services, 82 Campbell St
📅 Final day: 16 December

A wonderful initiative for our community — please share if you can! ✨

✨🎄 Let’s Fill Inverell With Christmas Cheer! 🎄✨

Alright, Inverell… we’re teaming up with Food for the Soul to make sure every local who signs up for a Christmas meal also receives a Survival Snack Pack.
Think of it as a little extra love to help folks get through the week with dignity and a smile.

And here’s where you come in.

What We’re Collecting:
🍫 Non-perishable snacks (muesli bars, biscuits, crackers, noodles, chips, nuts)

🥤 Long-life drinks (coffee or tea sachets, juice boxes, UHT milk)

🍝 Pantry staples (pasta, rice, sauces, cereal, tinned fruit or veg)

🧺 Usable non-perishables for the Pantry/Cupboard

🎁 $20 supermarket gift cards (alcohol-free and cigarette-free only)

Drop-off spot: Inverell Dental Services
Address: 82 Campbell Street
Drop-off times: During working hours
Final day: 16 December

If you’re feeling extra jolly, share this post, tag a mate or two, and help us spread the word.
A small donation from you turns into a whole lot of kindness for someone else.

Let’s make this Christmas hit differently. You in? 🎅✨

23/11/2025

Rainy, muddy, and still so much fun at the Inverell Picnic Races! 🌧️🐎
Dr KC even jumped up on stage for Best Dressed Man — didn’t place this year, but he’s now very motivated to prepare for next time! 😆👔

Huge appreciation to the committee for organising such a great event despite the weather. 💙

31/10/2025

🎉 Proud Sponsors of the Inverell Picnic Races 2025 🐎💛
We’re proud to support this much-loved local event and celebrate the spirit of our Inverell community!
Looking forward to another great day of racing, fashion, and fun — see you at the track!

16/10/2025

Orthodontic treatment is more than just aligning teeth — it’s a period when oral hygiene demands double the attention. Brackets, wires, and bands create small spaces that trap food and plaque, making brushing and flossing more challenging. When plaque isn’t removed properly, it hardens into tartar and creates the perfect environment for bacteria to cause cavities, gum inflammation, and white spot lesions around brackets.

Research shows that patients wearing braces are at a higher risk of developing enamel demineralization within weeks of poor cleaning habits. The bacteria responsible for tooth decay release acids that dissolve the outer enamel surface, often without pain or visible symptoms in the early stages. These marks and cavities can become permanent, even after the braces come off — leaving behind irreversible stains or structural damage.

Maintaining good oral hygiene during braces isn’t just about aesthetics — it’s about protecting long-term oral health. Using an orthodontic toothbrush, interdental brushes, and fluoride mouthwash helps prevent bacterial buildup and mineral loss. Regular professional cleanings and check-ups ensure early detection of plaque accumulation and decay before they spread.

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Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not replace a professional medical advice or diagnosis.

15/10/2025

🏉 Toothless Taggers – First Game of the Season! 🦷✨

Yesterday was an exciting start to the season for our Year 3 boys’ touch footy team, the Toothless Taggers — proudly sponsored by Watkins Dental & Orthodontics! 💛💙

The boys played their hearts out and had an awesome first game. 🙌 A special shout-out to Chayce, who scored our first try of the season! 🎉👏

There were smiles all around, great teamwork, and plenty of fun to kick things off. We even finished the day by singing Happy Birthday to Baxter 🎂🎶 — what a perfect way to wrap up the first match!

We’re so proud of you, boys! 💪 Keep tagging, keep smiling! 😁