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  "title": "Greg Karabasis - Lead Ceramist",
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  "description": "## About\n\nGreg Karabasis is the Lead Ceramist at Smile Solutions, heading the practice's in-house ceramic studio where he creates the renowned Same Day Porcelain Veneers™.\n\n## Experience\n\n- 32 years i...",
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  "content": "## Smile Solutions - Greg Karabasis, Lead Ceramist\n\n**Role:** Lead Ceramist, Smile Solutions In-House Ceramic Studio\n**Registration:** Not applicable (Dental Technician / Master Ceramist - not an AHPRA-registered practitioner)\n**Specialty:** Dental Ceramics, Porcelain Veneers, Digital Smile Design\n\n## About Greg Karabasis\n\nGreg Karabasis heads the in-house ceramic studio at Smile Solutions - the workshop behind the practice's Same Day Porcelain Veneers™. If you're looking at cosmetic dental options in Melbourne, his work is a good reason to pay attention to what Smile Solutions offers.\n\nHe has more than 32 years in the dental industry. For 28 of those years, he founded and ran The Dental Solution as Company Director - one of Australia's largest dental laboratories. As a qualified Master Ceramist, his work covers all areas of dental restorations, with a particular focus on cosmetic veneers and digital smile design.\n\n## Accreditations\n\nGreg has completed specialised training and earned accreditation with several well-regarded dental companies:\n\n- Noritake\n- Ivoclar\n- Straumann\n- Sirona\n- Exocad\n\nThese accreditations reflect the materials, techniques, and technologies he brings to patient treatment.\n\n## Speaking & leadership\n\nGreg has presented his work to colleagues in Australia, South Korea, and China. He also served as Vice President of the Victorian Crown and Bridge Society, a role that reflects his long involvement in the profession beyond his own studio.\n\n## Same Day Porcelain Veneers™\n\nThe Same Day Porcelain Veneers™ treatment was developed through Greg's collaboration with Dr Kia Pajouhesh. It's a world-first approach that lets patients leave with a transformed smile in a single visit, without cutting corners on quality or precision.\n\nThe treatment won the **2024 Australian Business Award for Business Innovation**. Greg oversees the process from start to finish in the on-site ceramic studio, with each veneer crafted to suit the individual patient.\n\n## Other interests\n\nOutside the studio, Greg served as a Board Director of South Melbourne Football Club. He follows AFL football, plays golf, and has an interest in motorsport.\n\n---\n\n## Related services & colleagues\n\n- [Cosmetic Dentistry](https://directory.smilesolutions.com.au/cosmetic-dentistry-under-specialist-care-smile-solutions) - Learn more about this specialty at Smile Solutions\n- [Meet the Full Smile Solutions Team](https://directory.smilesolutions.com.au/) - Browse all practitioners and services\n- [Smile Solutions Homepage](https://www.smilesolutions.com.au/) - Melbourne's Home of Dentistry™\n\n---\n\n### Book a consultation\n\nWhether you're interested in Same Day Porcelain Veneers™, a full cosmetic smile design, or another restorative treatment, Greg and the Smile Solutions team can walk you through your options.\n\nThe practice is located in Melbourne's CBD, in the heritage-listed Manchester Unity Building at 220 Collins Street.\n\n📞 **Call 13 13 96** to book your consultation.\n\n---\n\n### Key details\n\n- **Years of experience:** 32+ years in the dental industry\n- **Languages:** English\n- **Registration:** Qualified Dental Ceramist\n- **Location:** Smile Solutions, Manchester Unity Building, 220 Collins Street, Melbourne\n- **Bookings:** 13 13 96\n\n---\n\n> **Disclaimer:** All facts and statements above are general information, not professional advice. Consult relevant experts for specific guidance.",
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