Dentist Lara and Geelong
Dr Charlie Kahwagi provides the best dental care that is tailored to suit your unique needs and preferences. He and his team are dedicated to providing excellent treatment in a welcoming and comfortable environment in Lara and Geelong.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Orthodontics
Orthodontics
General Dentistry
General Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Orthodontics
Orthodontics
General Dentistry
General Dentistry
Meet The Team
Dr Charlie Kahwagi
Principal Dentist
After graduating from the University of Melbourne Dr Kahwagi worked in Melbourne and Portland before commencing work in Lara in 1994. Over the past three decades, Dr Charlie Kahwagi has been dedicated to providing exceptional high-quality dental care with an emphasis on patients’ individual needs and goals. Recognising the importance of oral health on a…
Dr Charlie Kahwagi
Dr Will del Rio
Dentist
Dr Will completed his Masters of Dentistry at Latrobe University in Bendigo in 2016 and joined the Lara Smile Group team in 2019. Since graduating he has worked in Melbourne and Ballarat in both public and private practices. Will was born and educated in Geelong and was so excited to return to the Geelong area…
Dr Will del Rio
Dr Lynn Neoh
Dentist
Dr. Lynn Neoh (BDSc (MELB) FICCDE) graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2012 and has since been practising in rural and metropolitan Victoria, joining the Lara Smile Group team in December 2021. Lynn practices all aspects of general dentistry and has a strong interest in family dental and orthodontics. She is passionate about early…
Dr Lynn Neoh
Nicole Anderton
Oral Health Therapist
Nicole’s passion for dentistry started over 25 years ago, beginning her career as a Dental Assistant and over time taking on roles such as Reception and Practice Management. Her enthusiasm for learning and helping patients understand the importance of maintaining good oral health led her to return to study to become an Oral Health Therapist. …
Nicole Anderton
Kim
Oral Health Therapist
Kim completed her Bachelor of Health Science ( Oral Health Therapy ) from Curtin University, Perth in 2014. She relocated back to Victoria where she was brought up. Kim now lives locally and joined the Lara Smile Group team in 2020. Kim strives to provide a comfortable and individualised service for all her patients, with…
Kim
Krista
Dental Hygienist
Krista’s love for Dentistry has spanned more than 20 years. She started her career as a Dental Assistant before graduating as a Dental Hygienist through the University of Newcastle in 2009. Her commitment to helping others achieve optimum oral health shows through her caring nature and ability to make patients feel at ease in the…
Krista
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How Routine Dental Visits in Geelong Help Detect Oral Cancer Early
Oral cancer is a serious health issue that often goes unnoticed in its early stages. Many people associate routine dental visits with cleaning and cavity checks, but they serve a much greater purpose, especially when it comes to early detection of potentially life-threatening conditions like oral cancer. At Lara Smile Group, our team places a strong focus on preventive care. Regular dental check-ups not only help manage bad breath and dental decay but also provide an opportunity to screen for early signs of oral cancer—something that can make a significant difference in outcomes. Why Early Detection Matters Oral cancer can…
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