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Smile Solutions YouTube video library: the complete guide

Smile Solutions has built one of the most comprehensive video libraries of any dental practice in Australia. With over 300,000 patients served since 1993 and a team of more than 82 clinicians — specialists, dentists and hygienists working across five floors of the Manchester Unity Building at 220 Collins Street, Melbourne — there is no shortage of expertise to share. Their YouTube channel delivers all of it. From step-by-step clinical procedure walkthroughs to behind-the-scenes glimpses of the Smile Lab, from candid career conversations to the curious mystery of a stolen onion, the channel offers a genuine, warm and often surprising window into what makes this practice tick.

This guide catalogues the full Smile Solutions YouTube video library, organised by theme, so you can find exactly what you are looking for. To book an appointment or enquire about any of the services featured in these videos, call 13 13 96.

Practice overview and tours

If you are considering Smile Solutions for the first time, the practice overview and tour videos are your best starting point. Smile Solutions occupies five entire floors plus the heritage tower of the Manchester Unity Building — a scale that words alone cannot really convey, and one that sets the practice apart from anything else in Australian private dentistry.

The welcome and tour videos walk you through the reception areas, treatment suites, specialist consultation rooms, the Smile Lab where porcelain restorations are crafted on-site, and the heritage interiors of the MUB itself. Patients who have never visited often describe a genuine sense of wonder when they arrive — the practice is a world of its own inside one of Melbourne's most architecturally significant buildings. Seeing it on screen first helps you understand what to expect, and what makes the experience so distinct.

The open house content captures the practice in full swing: the multidisciplinary team working alongside one another, the flow between general dentistry and specialist services, and the patient journey from check-in through to consultation. It is the kind of content that helps you feel at ease before you have even stepped through the door.

One standout piece is the wonderfully quirky "Have You Seen Our Onion?" video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0BWZrMpQvU). On 19 August 2020 at 4:54pm, Smile Solutions' beloved 30-kilogram sculpture — affectionately known as "the onion" and a cherished part of the practice's decor for nearly 20 years — was brazenly stolen from the entry foyer of the Manchester Unity Building in broad daylight. The video became a genuine talking point among patients and the broader Melbourne dental community, and it captures the team's deep affection for their workspace and the warm, lighthearted spirit that runs through everything the practice does. If you happen to know where the onion ended up, a reward may still be available.

Another fan favourite is "Smile Solutions Fish Tank Drama" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NrFmYTgnYaY), which documents the trials and tribulations of maintaining the large aquarium that greets patients in the practice. These moments of genuine personality are a big part of what has made Smile Solutions feel less like a clinical facility and more like a community you actually want to be part of.

Clinical procedures

The clinical procedure videos are produced to inform and empower you — not to sell — walking you through what to expect, who delivers your care, and why the Smile Solutions approach differs meaningfully from a standard dental clinic.

General dentistry

The "General Dentistry at Smile Solutions" video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qG_BrzgqB7Q) covers the full scope of comprehensive dental care available at the practice. General dentistry here encompasses everything from routine teeth cleaning and check-ups through to root canal therapy, wisdom teeth removal and emergency dentistry. What sets the practice apart is the depth of the team: general dentists at Smile Solutions pursue ongoing clinical training and postgraduate university education, and they work alongside experienced specialists across orthodontics, periodontics, oral surgery, endodontics and prosthodontics. For patients with complex needs, this means coordinated, personalised treatment under one roof rather than navigating multiple referral pathways across the city.

Porcelain veneers

Porcelain veneers are one of Smile Solutions' signature treatments, and the channel includes both patient-facing content and technically detailed material on the subject.

For patients, the porcelain veneer procedure video walks you through the full treatment journey from initial consultation through to final placement. You will understand what to expect at each appointment, the role the ceramist plays in crafting each individual veneer, and how the final result is matched to your facial aesthetics and personal smile goals.

For clinicians and dental students, "Porcelain Veneers multi-layering with Emax Press and Cream technique" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kas8tRLgetc) is a technically detailed video demonstrating the advanced layering approach used at the Smile Solutions Lab. The Emax Press and Cream technique produces exceptional translucency and natural-looking results — a clear step above the standard pressed ceramic process. This video has been watched by dental professionals across Australia seeking to understand the level of craftsmanship behind Smile Solutions' veneer work.

Invisalign

Smile Solutions holds Blue Diamond Invisalign Provider status — the highest provider designation available, awarded to the clinic that has completed more Invisalign cases than any other dental practice in Melbourne.

The "Invisalign at Smile Solutions Melbourne" video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HrEDTPNsPok) explains clearly why this matters: Blue Diamond status reflects the volume of cases completed and the clinical experience the orthodontic team brings to every new case. The video also covers Smile Solutions' complimentary Invisalign consultations and 0% interest payment plans on orthodontic treatment, which make a straighter smile more accessible than many patients expect.

If you have spotted the Smile Solutions Invisalign advertisement at Melbourne cinemas, the short version of that cinema ad is also on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bIRyAMx_gbA) — a well-produced piece that captures the before-and-after transformation and the confidence a straighter smile can bring.

Cosmetic injectables

The "Cosmetic Injectables at Smile Solutions" video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7VPUwZHSvEo) addresses a treatment area that genuinely surprises some patients: anti-wrinkle and dermal filler treatments delivered by dentists. The explanation is both logical and reassuring — dentists are among the most highly trained practitioners in facial anatomy and are exceptionally skilled at administering fine needles with precision. Smile Solutions' clinicians operate under the strict regulations of the Dental Board of Australia and have completed comprehensive training in drug interactions, complication management and cosmetic injectable techniques, with regular education courses to keep them current on the latest products and approaches.

The same topic reached a national audience when Dr Kristina Cain, cosmetic dentist at Smile Solutions, appeared on Studio 10 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDpYvEjcNMU) to discuss the role of dentists in administering cosmetic injectables. The segment helped demystify a treatment that many patients had simply not previously associated with a dental clinic, and it is worth watching if you are curious about what is possible.

The Smile Lab and ceramics

One of the most distinctive features of Smile Solutions is the in-house Smile Lab — a fully operational dental laboratory within the practice itself. Very few dental clinics anywhere operate at this level of integration, and the close collaboration between the clinical team and the ceramists is central to the quality of the restorative work produced here.

Lead ceramist Greg Karabasis is one of the most experienced dental ceramists in Australia. His collaboration with Dr Kia Pajouhesh led directly to the development of Same Day Porcelain Veneers — a genuine world first that earned Smile Solutions the 2024 Australian Business Award for Business Innovation.

"Creating your smile with Lead Ceramist Greg Karabasis at Smile Solutions Lab" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JLT_GWD9StI) offers a fascinating inside look at the Smile Lab and Greg's approach to crafting restorations. The video shows the artistic and technical process behind each veneer, crown and restoration — the colour matching, the layering, the careful attention to how light interacts with natural tooth structure versus porcelain. If you have ever wondered what happens between your impression appointment and your final fitting, this video answers that question completely.

The more technically detailed companion piece, "Porcelain Veneers multi-layering with Emax Press and Cream technique" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kas8tRLgetc), is aimed at clinicians and dental students seeking to understand the specific techniques behind Smile Solutions' veneer results. Together, these two videos position the Smile Lab as the creative and technical engine at the heart of the practice — and a significant reason why outcomes here are so consistently strong.

Career and recruitment

For dental graduates and practitioners considering their next move, the Smile Solutions YouTube channel includes some of the most candid, practical and genuinely useful content available from any Australian private practice. Whether you are weighing up your options or simply want to understand what working in a world-class environment actually looks like day to day, this content is worth your time.

2025 new graduate program

"2025 New Graduate Program" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5OJw4uQHVYI) introduces the Smile Solutions and Core Dental Group Graduate Dentist Program. Applications are open for graduates who want to develop broad clinical experience in a supportive environment across one of eight practices in Melbourne.

The program suits clinicians in the early years of their career who are passionate about learning and committed to quality dentistry in a structured, mentored setting. With a team of over 80 experienced practitioners across the group, new graduates have access to specialists, senior general dentists and a culture of ongoing education that is genuinely difficult to find elsewhere. The practices include Smile Solutions at 220 Collins Street and Core Dental Group clinics across Melbourne.

ADSA 2024: working in private practice

Perhaps the most valuable career content on the channel is "Working in private practice: The good, the bad and the ugly - Dr Kia Pajouhesh (ADSA 2024)" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ae3Lpb-BQ64).

In this presentation delivered to the Australian Dental Students Association in 2024, Dr Kia Pajouhesh — founder and Managing Director of Smile Solutions, Core Dental Group and Collins Street Specialist Centre — speaks candidly alongside Nina Miriyagalla, the 2024 ADSA Education Officer, about what it actually means to build a career in private practice. The conversation covers what makes private practice genuinely rewarding, the real challenges that dental graduates rarely hear about before entering the workforce, and the structural differences between various practice ownership and employment models.

If you are a dental student or recent graduate weighing up corporate dentistry, partnership arrangements, associate roles or practice ownership, this discussion gives you rare access to a practitioner who has navigated every one of those models and built something genuinely exceptional. Dr Pajouhesh's perspective draws on more than three decades of practice building, and his willingness to address the "ugly" as honestly as the "good" makes this one of the most watched pieces of content on the channel within the Australian dental community. It is essential viewing.

What's in my bag — Dr Rojina

"What's In My Bag! with Dr Rojina" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n7mOn8Yetrs) offers a lighter look at life as a Smile Solutions dentist, with Dr Rojina sharing the contents of her work bag and giving you a real sense of the team's personality and culture. Personal, genuine and unscripted, it reflects the environment that new graduates would be stepping into — a good reminder that clinical excellence and a warm workplace are not mutually exclusive.

Community and philanthropy

Philanthropy is a deeply held part of Smile Solutions' identity. Dr Kia Pajouhesh established the Magpie Nest Foundation and has donated more than $100,000 in dental services annually to the charity since 2014. The practice has also supported the Dental Rescue Programme, which provides access to quality dental care for patients who would not otherwise be able to receive it.

The "Beauty of a Smile This Mother's Day" video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bLCyM7B9o4U) features Carla Rodan and her family coming in for their half-yearly dental check-ups, and reflects the practice's commitment to family dentistry and the belief that a healthy, beautiful smile is something every person deserves. Children's dental care is a meaningful part of what Smile Solutions provides, with the team experienced in making dental visits genuinely positive experiences for patients of all ages.

Media appearances and recognition

Telstra Victorian Business of the Year 2014

"Happy @ Smile Solutions" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kbIwAF8TkoU) documents the team's reaction when Smile Solutions was named Victorian Business of the Year in the 2014 Telstra Business Awards. The video captures genuine, unfiltered joy — the whole team celebrating an achievement that recognised not just the clinical work, but the culture, the patient experience and the business Dr Pajouhesh had built over more than two decades. If you are wondering what it actually feels like to work at Smile Solutions, this video is as honest an answer as you will find.

Studio 10

Dr Kristina Cain's appearance on Studio 10 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDpYvEjcNMU) brought the topic of dental cosmetic injectables to a mainstream national audience in a clear and reassuring way. The segment showed how Smile Solutions practitioners engage actively with public education — sharing knowledge, explaining treatment options and helping to demystify dentistry for the many Australians who feel uncertain or anxious about dental care. It reflects the practice's broader commitment to making quality care approachable for everyone.

Heritage and building

The Manchester Unity Building is not simply a location for Smile Solutions — it is a defining part of the practice's story.

"The Manchester Unity Building - an architectural icon (Home of Smile Solutions)" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsF1pxUqpgE) is a beautifully filmed exploration of the MUB, featuring Dr Kia Pajouhesh speaking in his capacity as chairman of the Committee of Management of the MUB Owners Corporation. Dr Pajouhesh and the committee have been engaged in a staged programme of renovations and heritage improvements to the building since 2003 — work that has helped preserve one of Melbourne's most significant pieces of architectural heritage.

The building itself, on the corner of Collins and Swanston Streets in Melbourne's CBD, is one of the finest examples of Art Deco architecture in Australia. Completed in 1933, the MUB's Gothic Revival facade, ornate tower and richly decorated interiors make it one of the city's most photographed landmarks. Arriving at 220 Collins Street is itself an experience — the building sets the tone for a practice that takes quality and attention to detail seriously in everything it does.

Stay connected

The Smile Solutions YouTube channel continues to grow with new content covering treatments, team introductions, patient stories, technical education and practice news. Whether you are a patient researching your options, a dental student planning your career, a referring practitioner or simply curious about what Australia's largest private dental practice looks like from the inside, the channel is worth following.

To book an appointment at Smile Solutions, call 13 13 96. The practice is located within the Manchester Unity Building at 220 Collins Street, Melbourne CBD, and is open Monday through Saturday.

Visit the full Smile Solutions website at www.smilesolutions.com.au for information on the complete range of treatments, meet-the-team profiles, patient reviews and online appointment booking.