Southern Dental Specialists and Implant Centre – Wollongong NSW

Southern Dental Specialists & Implant Centre is a specialist prosthodontic practice in the heart of Wollongong. Our team provides advanced restorative and implant care, including dental implants, All-on-X treatment, full-mouth rehabilitation, smile makeovers and care for patients with complex dental needs.

Our prosthodontists are university-trained specialists, supported by an experienced clinical and administrative team and our in-house dental laboratory. We take time to listen, explain treatment clearly and help every patient feel informed and supported throughout their care.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a warm, skilled and detail-focused Dental Hygienist to join our growing team. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys building trusted patient relationships, working closely with clinicians and delivering precise care to a consistently high standard.

You will play an important role in supporting the long-term health of our patients, particularly those who have completed complex restorative or implant treatment. You will have the opportunity to work within a specialist environment where prevention, education, maintenance and continuity of care are genuinely valued.

What you will be doing:

- Providing comprehensive hygiene and preventive care within your professional scope
- Supporting periodontal health and the ongoing maintenance of natural teeth, restorations and dental implants
- Educating patients with clear, practical and individualized oral hygiene advice
- Working collaboratively with our prosthodontists, dental assistants,



treatment coordinators and laboratory team
- Maintaining accurate clinical records and following infection prevention, clinical governance and practice protocols
- Helping anxious patients feel safe, respected and comfortable during their appointments
- Contributing to a positive team culture and a consistently excellent patient experience

What we are looking for

- Current AHPRA registration as a Dental Hygienist or Oral Health Therapist with an adult scope relevant to the role
- A patient-centered approach, robust communication skills and genuine empathy
- Excellent clinical standards, attention to detail and commitment to evidence-based care
- Confidence working independently while also contributing as part of a close-knit team
- Professionalism, reliability and sound clinical judgement
- Experience with implant maintenance, periodontal care or specialist dentistry is highly regarded, but not essential for the right person.

Our mission:

To provide world-class prosthodontic and implant solutions that restore function, aesthetics and confidence, while upholding the highest standards of care for both our patients and referring dentists.

- Work alongside specialist prosthodontists and an experienced multidisciplinary team
- Build valuable experience in complex restorative dentistry and implant maintenance
- Practice in a modern, quality-focused environment with an in-house dental laboratory
- Enjoy a supportive workplace where collaboration, professional growth and patient care come first
- Be based in central Wollongong, close to beaches, cafes, public transport and the wider Illawarra lifestyle

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📌 Dental Hygienist/ Oral Health Therapist (City of Wollongong)
🏢 Southern Dental Specialists and Implant Centre
📍 City of Wollongong