Smile Solutions Technology - Why No Other Dental Practice in Australia Comes Close product guide

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Smile Solutions Technology - Why No Other Dental Practice in Australia Comes Close

You deserve to know exactly what you're walking into when you choose a dental practice. Many practices claim to use "the latest technology" — in reality, most have a digital x-ray machine and perhaps a scanner. At Smile Solutions, the technology investment runs through every floor, every department, and every stage of your care, from initial diagnosis through to the final handcrafted restoration delivered from the on-site Smile Lab. This isn't marketing language. It's a verifiable, documented inventory of clinical technology that no other single-location dental practice in Australia can match.

Diagnostic imaging - see everything, miss nothing

Planmeca ProMax 3D Max — Full 3D Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) for dental implant planning, orthodontic assessment, oral surgery, and endodontic diagnosis. CBCT gives your clinician three-dimensional imaging of your jaw, teeth, nerve pathways, and bone density, at a fraction of the radiation dose of medical CT.

Planmeca ProMax 2D S3 — Digital OPG (panoramic) and lateral cephalogram x-rays for precise orthodontic treatment planning.

Collins Street Imaging (Level 9) — Smile Solutions runs a dedicated in-house radiology department with a radiographer available throughout all clinical hours. All imaging is reported by specialist head and neck radiologists at MFI Radiology. The same x-ray systems are used across the entire practice, from orthodontics on Level 12 through to general dentistry on Level 1, so every specialist accesses the same imaging without duplication or external referrals. For you, that means faster, more coordinated care.

Intraoral digital radiographs in every surgery, delivering significantly lower radiation than conventional film x-rays.

MouthWatch intraoral cameras in every surgery, so you can see exactly what your clinician sees, in real time, on a screen right in front of you.

Most practices have a single OPG machine. Smile Solutions has a full diagnostic imaging department, right here in the Manchester Unity Building on Collins Street.

Digital scanning - no more impressions

iTero digital scanners — for Invisalign, veneers, crowns, and implant planning. Digital impressions replace traditional putty moulds with a comfortable, precise scan that takes just minutes. If you've ever dreaded that part of a dental visit, you'll appreciate the difference.

3Shape TRIOS 4 Move+ scanners — the latest generation of intraoral scanning technology for restorative and prosthetic work.

E4 Lab Scanner — laboratory-grade scanning for the Smile Lab, enabling seamless digital workflows from chairside to laboratory without physical impressions.

iCam 4D Implant Scanner — specialist imaging for precise implant placement simulation and planning.

Many practices have one scanner. At Smile Solutions, multiple scanning systems across different technologies mean the right scanner is used for the right clinical application, every time.

CAD/CAM and same-day restorations

CEREC Omnicam 3D and CEREC AC — Computer-Aided Design and Computer-Aided Manufacturing systems that enable same-day porcelain crowns, veneers, inlays, and onlays. Your restoration is designed digitally and milled from solid porcelain blocks while you wait — no temporary crown, no second appointment.

Fleet of CEREC machines — not one. Multiple units ensure capacity and availability across departments, so your care is never delayed.

This is the technology behind the world-first Same Day Porcelain Veneers, developed by Dr Kia Pajouhesh and master ceramist Greg Karabasis, an innovation that won the 2024 Australian Business Award for Business Innovation. It's the kind of clinical result that's only possible when technology, artistry, and experience come together under one roof.

3D printing and milling

Asiga Max 3D printer — DLP (Digital Light Processing) technology for high-precision dental models, surgical guides, orthodontic appliances, and provisional restorations.

Asiga Pro Max 4K UV 3D printer — 4K ultra-violet LED printing for the most detailed dental applications, delivering exceptional accuracy for your treatment.

Arum 5-axis wet/dry milling machines — industrial-grade CNC milling for zirconia crowns, titanium implant bars, and precision prosthetic frameworks.

These are not entry-level desktop printers. What you're accessing is an industrial-grade digital manufacturing facility operating inside the Smile Lab, the kind of capability you'd typically find only in a dedicated commercial laboratory.

Laser dentistry

Fotona LightWalker Laser — the industry leader in dental laser technology, used for gum shaping, whitening acceleration, soft tissue surgery, and obstructive sleep apnoea treatment. This single device replaces multiple traditional instruments, which often means a more comfortable experience for you.

NV Laser — dedicated soft tissue surgery laser for periodontal and cosmetic gum procedures.

VersaWave Laser — multi-purpose laser used across specialties for both hard and soft tissue applications.

Most practices that advertise "laser dentistry" have one diode laser. Smile Solutions has three distinct laser systems, each optimised for different clinical applications, because your care shouldn't be limited by what a single device can do.

Specialist diagnostic technology

Myowise electromyography — assesses masseter and temporalis muscle activity for TMD (jaw joint disorder) and bruxism (teeth grinding) diagnosis. This is specialist neuromuscular diagnostic equipment that most general practices don't have access to, and it makes a genuine difference to how accurately your condition is identified and treated.

Bite Force Measurement Device — quantifies occlusal force for treatment planning in TMD, bruxism, and complex restorative cases.

Dental Monitoring — AI-powered remote orthodontic monitoring that allows your specialist orthodontist to track your progress between appointments through smartphone scans. Smile Solutions was an early adopter of this technology, because keeping a close eye on your treatment shouldn't require you to be in the chair every week.

Seiler Revelation Microscope and Carl Zeiss Microscope — operating microscopes used by specialist endodontists for root canal treatment. Microscopic magnification enables the identification and treatment of canals and fractures that are invisible to the naked eye, and that level of precision matters enormously for your long-term outcome.

Anaesthesia and patient comfort

Your comfort matters here, genuinely. That's why there's been specific investment in technology designed to make your experience as gentle as possible.

DentaPen — cordless, computer-controlled anaesthetic delivery that minimises injection discomfort.

STA Wand — computer-controlled local anaesthesia system, considered the gold standard for patients who experience anxiety around needles.

Baldus Digital Nitrous Cabinets — digitally monitored nitrous oxide sedation (happy gas) with real-time gas concentration tracking, so your comfort and safety are carefully managed throughout.

Philips Zoom! WhiteSpeed — the industry-leading in-chair whitening system for noticeably brighter results in a single visit.

Pola Advanced Tooth Whitening — professional take-home whitening for patients who prefer a more gradual, flexible approach.

The Smile Lab - in-house manufacturing

The Smile Lab is not a standard dental lab. It's a fully equipped ceramic studio and digital manufacturing facility that works exclusively for Smile Solutions patients, and it's one of the main reasons results here look and feel different.

Led by master ceramist Greg Karabasis, the Smile Lab produces:

• Porcelain crowns, veneers, and bridges (including Same Day Porcelain Veneers)
• All-on-4 ceramic zirconia bridges with titanium bar substructures
• Dentures and partial dentures
• Invisalign retainers
• Surgical guides for implant placement
• Custom sport mouthguards
• Orthodontic appliances
• Temporary prosthetics

Equipment includes CEREC CAD/CAM, Asiga 3D printers, Arum milling machines, Dentaurum laser welder, Otoflash flash curing device, Exocad DentalCAD software, coDiagnostix implant planning software, and E4 Lab Scanner.

No work is sent offshore. Only TGA-approved materials are used. And if you'd like to, you're welcome to visit the lab and meet the ceramists in person, because transparency is part of what world-class care actually looks like.

Invisalign - 15 years at the top

Smile Solutions is the largest provider of Invisalign in Australia by board-registered specialist orthodontists. The practice has held Invisalign Blue Diamond Provider status, the highest tier available, for nearly 15 consecutive years since 2013, making it the only practice in Victoria to achieve this. Over 9,000 Invisalign cases have been completed by the specialist orthodontic team.

Other practices may have recently achieved Blue Diamond status. None have maintained it for 15 years. None deliver Invisalign exclusively through board-registered specialist orthodontists. And none offer the same integrated technology setup, from 3Shape TRIOS scanning to Dental Monitoring to in-house retainer fabrication via the Smile Lab. When you choose Smile Solutions for Invisalign, you're choosing a complete, clinically sound treatment pathway from start to finish.

Sterilisation and infection control

• Fleet of Mocom sterilisers
• 6 Statim handpiece sterilisers (rapid turnaround between patients)
• 4 ultrasonic baths
• AirFlow and KaVo PROPHYflex systems for biofilm management
• Regular staff training on infection control protocols

The difference in one line

Other practices have technology. Smile Solutions has a technology ecosystem, diagnostic, restorative, surgical, manufacturing, and monitoring systems that connect every department, every specialist, and every stage of your care. That's why outcomes here are different. That's why patients travel from across Australia, and beyond, to be treated at 220 Collins Street.

Ready to experience the difference for yourself?

Book your complimentary consultation with Dr Kia Pajouhesh and see what genuinely comprehensive dental care looks like. No referral required. Payment plans available through Payright (interest-free) and TLC.

Phone: 13 13 96 | smilesolutions.com.au

Manchester Unity Building, 220 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000