About us
Cliff Avenue Dental is a family first dental clinic that has been servicing the community in Port Noarlunga and surrounding suburbs for more than 30 years.
We endeavour to make your dental treatment as relaxing as possible. We have friendly staff and operate with first-rate professionalism.
Our large team of highly trained dentists and caring dental assistants are committed to giving you the best dental service in the South of Adelaide.
With exceptional service, Cliff Avenue Dental will keep you smiling for many years to come.
Why Choose Us?
Friendly Staff & Experienced Team
It is rare that you're able to feel at home walking into a dental surgery. We assure you that our highly trained front line team will make you feel right at home and at ease the moment you walk in the door. We guarantee you won't want to leave!
Proven track record
It's rare you find a business that has been around for 30 years, let alone one with such a stellar and happy client base as Cliff Ave Dental. We're only looking to the future and can't wait to have you as a part of our next 30 years.
High Infection Control Standard
We are accredited through the Quality Innovation Performance (QIP) that ensures we are consistent with not only national, but international best practices. We are certified in excellence, simplicity, support, independence and expertise.
We treat you like family!
It's more than a check up with Cliff Ave Dental. We give you a comprehensive dental analysis and take time to hear your concerns or apprehensions. We value your time and your emotional well-being. Perfect for the little ones!
Our Staff
Dr. Teck Ong
Dentist
Dr. Teck Ong is our head honcho and the owner of Cliff Avenue Dental. Taking over from Dr.Marsh in 2016, Dr. Ong graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) at the University of Adelaide in 2011. He has had experience in dentistry since 2010, working for a large practice in Victor Harbour prior to us.
Having recently become a dad to a beautiful son, Teck’s goal is to keep everyone smiling. If you’re lucky he might even give you some tips on how to cook Malaysian food. Known for cooking a feast, the team loves lining up around him in the lunchroom!
Dr. Weng Sun Wong
Dentist
Weng Sun is the newest member of the Cliff Avenue Dental team and is a graduate of the University of Adelaide. Since graduating, she has worked in Whyalla and Adelaide. Weng Sun enjoys the diversity of seeing patients from all walks of life and strives to deliver the best care possible to her patients.
In her spare time, Weng Sung enjoys coffee and a good meal. She is also a particularly willing “guinea pig” for her husband who likes to cook and test his latest recipes out on her.
Dr. Bob Marsh
Dentist
The sensei of Cliff Avenue Dental, Dr. Bob Marsh is a client favourite and the previous owner of the practice. Having graduated from the University of Adelaide in 1985 with his Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS), Dr. Marsh founded Cliff Avenue Dental Surgery and has been working there for 34 years.
After transitioning the ownership of the practice to Dr.Ong two years ago, Dr.Marsh has now freed himself up to become a semi-professional cyclist. Although he assures us he doesn’t don the lycra, he does enjoy occasionally kicking back with a glass red.
Sharon McArd
Receptionist
Sharon is part of the furniture at Cliff Avenue Dental. Our longest standing team member apart from Dr.Marsh, Sharon has manned the reception desk for a whopping 11 years (that alone is worth a visit!). Sharon has had a rich history in the dental field, working as a dental nurse for 5 years before joining Cliff Avenue Dental.
Sharon is a true jack of all trades. Apart from cutting her own hair (Her secret side-gig), Sharon is the “fixer-upper” of minor problems in the surgery and loves to go walking, bike riding and horse riding!
Danielle Woodland
Dental Assistant
Meet Danielle, a devoted mother who juggles a busy schedule while still managing to maintain a bubbly and positive personality. Despite her hectic lifestyle, she has managed to start an online side business called @milababy.withlove, where she creates and sells baby accessories, including adorable headbands. You can check out her creativity and products on her Instagram account. Apart from her passion for creating these charming baby accessories, Danielle also has a love for food. In particular, she has a soft spot for bread and enjoys indulging in various culinary delights.
Mandy Bellman
Dental Assistant
Don’t let her age fool you! Along with Sharon, Mandy Bellman is another integral part of our jack of all trades team. Having had a wide variety of experiences, Mandy completed a bar course and management course in a retail industry before completing her dental assistants course.
Mandy is the resident athlete and has been known to enjoy boxing. According to her “she plays a million sports” and her favourite is basketball. Don’t get on her bad side though, she’s known to get a chronic case of white line fever.
Kyoko Matsuoka
Dental Assistant
Kyoko Matsuoka, a dedicated dental assistant by profession, finds solace in the world of dentistry and oral care. Beyond her work, Kyoko’s is a coffee enthusiast with a passion for both crafting and savouring the perfect brew. When she’s not busy creating intricate latte art, you can find her in the gym, where she used to dedicate 4-5 days a week to her fitness routine before becoming a proud mother to a young boy. Now, her goal is to regain her impressive six-pack abs while balancing the joys of motherhood.
Susan Neville
Dental Assistant
Meet Susan Neville, a fellow dental assistant with a passion for nurturing life both in and out of the clinic. When she’s not assisting patients, you’ll find Susan immersed in the serene world of gardening, tending to her blooming flowers and lush greenery. Her love for the outdoors extends to her fascination with high-speed V8 supercars and any thrilling race around the track. But it’s not just about speed for Susan. She has a need for connection and laughter, relishing every opportunity to meet new people and share in the joy of a hearty laugh.
Michelle Ward
Dental Assistant
Originally undertaking her dental training at Cliff Avenue Dental with Dr. Bob Marsh in 2006, Michelle left in 2008 to the “Sunshine State” where she had her children and worked in retail and local government leadership positions.
But, Michelle couldn’t stay away and has only recently returned to dental assistance: a job she “loves.” Outside of work Michelle isn’t your typical “mum.” She has a passion for muscle cars (particularly Holden Torana’s) and is also a gifted singer, often performing at the local community Christmas Carols.
Our services
Teeth Whitening
Has your smile seen better days? Not to worry, with our exceptional take home bleaching trays you can begin a program of whitening your smile one day at a time. Get that summer ready look in a safe and affordable way today!
Restorative Dentistry
At Cliff Avenue Dental, we do the whole package when it comes to dental restoration. From Tooth Coloured Restoration, Amalgam restoration, Crown, Capping, Bridges and all types of fillings we can restore your smile to as good as new!
Dentures
Has age got the better of you? At Cliff Avenue Dental we are truly here for the youngest and the oldest. We conduct Full Complete Denture, Partial Chrome, Partial Acrylic, Partial Flexite and much more!
Root Canal Treatment
Is your tooth infected and giving you some pain? We can perform some of Adelaide's best Anterior and Posterior Endodontic Treatment, Endodontic Retreatment , and Endodontic Surgery as part of a wider root canal procedure. We make sure to eliminate infection and protect the decontaminated tooth from future microbial invasion
Dental Implant
Do you have a missing tooth or teeth? In recent years a replacement was often thought of as an impossibility, but thanks to advances in technology we can now offer the best alternative to replace missing teeth. We conduct both surgical and prosthetic implant treatment.
Dental Extraction and Minor Oral Surgery
The word surgery always comes with a connotation of fear but at Cliff Avenue Dental our expert team make some of our surgical procedures painless, simple, cost and time effective. We perform simple and surgical dental extraction, Wisdom Teeth Extractions, and some Minor Soft Tissue Surgeries.
FAQ
Health insurance with dental cover is complex and most people don’t know what they pay for and what they are entitled to.
Simply put, you pay a premium to a fund, and when you see a dentist for a dental procedure, the fund covers you some of the cost up to a maximum limit. But, the rest of the cost called the “gap” is out of your own pocket.
In truth, we all know it isn’t hard to put some money aside each time to take care of your oral health. After all, you only get one set of teeth to last you a lifetime!
No, we are not.
Preferred providers are contracted dentists who provide their services at a fee negotiated with a private health fund. These dentists are not chosen based on their skill level but rather because they meet the fee criteria set by the health funds.
We have chosen not to join the “preferred provider” scheme due to the implications contracted dentistry will have on the ongoing quality of national dental care in Australia.
Please also take note, most health insurance companies are big corporations who have to answer to their shareholders.
As with most places in the wider healthcare sector, our priority is helping people get well and stay well.
We will try our best to fit you into your preferred time. At Cliff Avenue Dental we reserve time everyday for emergency cases.
If you have an emergency case and want to be seen on the same day please contact us as soon as possible.
Most of the time we inform potential clients over the phone how much we charge for our elite service suite.
That said, it is important to understand that there is a variety of difference when it comes to dental practitioners fees and pricing structures.
With our family focus, Cliff Avenue Dental is dedicated to providing affordable and excellent service. Please call us today to get a consultation and discuss fee structures with our trained staff.
Please contact us immediately to get an appointment at no charge so that we may have the opportunity to discuss your concerns with you. We will try our best to rectify your issues.
Or if you prefer, you can email our management team at reception@cliffdental.com
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Opening Hours
Mon: 9am - 6pm
Tue: 9am - 5:30pm
Wed: 9am - 5:30pm
Thu: 9am - 5:30pm
Fri: 9am - 5:30pm
Sat: 9am - 1pm
1/45 Cliff Ave, Port Noarlunga South SA 5167, Australia
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- (08) 8386 1718
- reception@cliffdental.com
- 1/45 Cliff Ave, Port Noarlunga South SA 5167, Australia
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