A lifetime of healthy smiles is why we do what we do, and we love welcoming patients and families into our dental practice.

We Want You to Feel Confident in Your Dental Care

General and Family Dentistry

The team at Lower Templestowe Dental Excellence are passionate about dentistry. Our goal has always been to provide patients and families with excellent dental care in a warm and welcoming environment. As a result, our practice has become synonymous with exceptional service for patients of all ages.

Our Lower Templestowe dental clinic has been a pillar of the community for more than 50 years, and our focus has not changed. We still work hard to build long-term relationships with neighbouring families, and we are still passionate about what we do. Today, we continue to welcome new generations into our dental practice.

Personalised Preventive Dentistry

At Lower Templestowe Dental Excellence, you are not merely the ‘next appointment.’ You are a member of our dental family, which means personalised care that considers your individual needs.

Just like fingerprints, no two smiles are the same. Your unique smile has unique needs.

For some patients, this means two dental checkups and teeth cleans per year. For others, we may recommend only one.

The goal of preventive dentistry is to provide patients and families with healthy smiles for life. Regular dental exams allow our dentists to spot potential problems before they become costly or time-consuming dental health issues. We also want to catch emerging problems before they threaten the integrity of your teeth and gums.

Professional teeth cleans in Lower Templestowe are part of prevention, and it is here that we utilise the technologies and techniques that thoroughly clean the teeth and gums. We want to lower your and your family’s risks for preventable oral health conditions in the future.

Good dentistry is a collaborative effort, and your Lower Templestowe, VIC dentist will take time to go over your dental check-up findings. If we uncover a dental health issue, we will go through the treatment plans and options available to you.

Restoring Your Oral Health

Our general dentistry is designed to restore your oral health. This can mean treating a cavity with a tooth-coloured filling or saving an infected tooth through gentle root canal therapy. It can also mean restoring a broken or damaged tooth, giving you back your smile through tooth replacement, or effectively treating periodontal disease.

General dentistry also lays the groundwork for advanced treatments like cosmetic dentistry. In our dental clinic, we rely on skilled dentists, a caring team, and the latest innovations to help you achieve and maintain a healthy smile, but we are keen to help you reach your aesthetic smile goals as well.

Your comfort is also a top priority, which is why we offer Netflix viewing, Kayo sports, Disney, and noise cancellation headphones during treatment. Choose a movie or catch up on a favourite program while we see to your dental care.

For those who need a little extra reassurance, ask your Lower Templestowe dentist about our sedation dentistry.

Taking care of your dental health doesn't have to be unpleasant or boring. We invite you to sit and relax while keeping you healthy.

We Encourage You to Reach Out to Our Dental Team Today

Has it been a while since your last dental check-up? No matter how long it's been, we are always available to treat you.

If you’re looking for honest and ethical dentistry for yourself and your family, we invite you to make Lower Templestowe Dental Excellence your new dental home.

Dr Mini Li and her team proudly serve patients and families in all locations, including the surrounding Melbourne suburbs of Lower Templestowe, Templestowe, Doncaster, and Warrandyte.

General and Family Dentistry Specials

New Patient Special

We love welcoming new patients to the LTDE family, and if you've been wanting to make an appointment, now you have even more reasons to!

Our new patient promotion includes:

comprehensive exam

clean and polish

gum/ periodontal assessment

intra-oral xrays

intra-oral photos

a tailored treatment plan

a take home oral care pack

Simply bring your private health fund card and there will be no out of pocket expense to pay. For those without private health cover, we're offering a special rate of $175 for adults, and $99 for Children under 12 years old.

*Conditions apply

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Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I visit the dentist?

At Lower Templestowe Dental Excellence, we customise your dental care to meet your specific needs and smile goals.

However, we typically recommend visiting the dentist every six to twelve months, depending on your oral health. These appointments may lower your risks for preventable and time-consuming dental health conditions like cavities, root infections and periodontal disease.

Your Lower Templestowe dentist provides a comprehensive exam that includes a cancer screening and dental x-rays when necessary. This allows us to diagnose emerging conditions before they pose a serious risk.

Your professional teeth clean gives you a clean slate oral healthwise by eliminating plaque, tartar and bacteria. These are the ingredients that threaten your oral health... the ingredients that your toothbrush and dental floss cannot eradicate.

If you have been diagnosed with an oral health condition like gingivitis or periodontal disease, your dentist will recommend more frequent teeth clean and exam schedule to control your disease.

Is It Time for Your Check-Up and Teeth Clean?

If you're looking to establish dentistry in the area for yourself or your family, or if you have questions for our friendly team, we encourage you to call our dental clinic today.

Do I need to have x-rays?

To prevent dental decay and gum disease, we recommend scheduling a recall appointment every 3-6 months. Dental x-rays are taken every 12-24 months, depending on your oral health and history.

Dental x-rays allow your Lower Templestowe Dentist to see between your teeth and find emerging cavities that may not be visible during your exam. X-rays also help us diagnose other conditions and plan dental treatments, including dental implants.

In the event of a dental emergency, we may also opt to take x-rays if the cause of your pain is not immediately obvious.

Fortunately, in our dental clinic, we rely on digital x-rays, which means low radiation exposure compared with traditional radiographs. Digital x-rays provide clear and resizable images, and they are also safe for the environment because they do not require developer film or disposal. In fact, we file your x-rays electronically for easy access and safekeeping. This method of storage also allows us to share your x-rays via computer with your health fund provider or a consultant.

If You Have Questions, We Are Here to Provide Answers

If you have any questions about our digital x-rays or digital storage, we encourage you to give us a call. If it's time for your next dental check-up and teeth clean, we also welcome you to reach out to a team member.

Meet Our Doctors:

Dr Scott Murphy
Dentist

A Note from Dr Scott:

To my LTDE patients,

With a focus to further my dental expertise, I have decided to make the big step to go back to University to commence full ...

Dr Ali Han
Dentist

* Dr Ali will be heading into maternity leave from April 2025 *

Dr Ali is a caring clinician who believes that the trip to the dentist should be a positive ...

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Dr Mini Li
Principal Dentist

Dr Mini is a gentle and highly experienced dentist with over 15 years of experience in the dental industry, we are delighted to have Dr Mini with us after leading ...

Dr Dragan Antolos
Dentist

Dr Dragan is our well-loved Melbourne resident, who graduated in 1982 from the University of Melbourne. With almost 40 years of experience, he has looked after the dental needs of ...

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Dr Daniel Patterson
Dentist

Dr Dan is a friendly, warm dentist who is passionate about providing the best dental care for his patients. Dr Dan moved over from his home town, Calgary in Canada, ...

Dr Millie Pearce
Dentist

Dr Millie is a friendly and gentle clinician who understands the importance of making her patients feel safe and comfortable. She is aware that every individual has unique needs and ...

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General and Family Dentistry Technology

Intraoral Cameras

When you understand your treatment and are given choices in your care, it takes a lot of the anxiety out of dentistry. Intraoral cameras go a long way toward accomplishing these objectives.

The cameras are small, about the size of an ink pen. However, they capture close images of your teeth and gums. Your Lower Templestowe dentist can then project these images onto a chairside monitor and explain how various treatments can help a specific problem or how a recommended therapy may combat an oral health issue. This technology informs and educates, assisting you to make informed oral health decisions going forward.

Digital X-Rays

Your Lower Templestowe dentist relies on dental x-rays to evaluate your oral health. We use digital x-rays because this technology exposes patients and staff to less radiation than traditional films.

Digital x-rays are also easy to store electronically and better for the environment because they do not require chemicals or disposal.

Another important benefit is that there is no waiting around for films to be developed. In fact, it takes only a few seconds for clear images to be ready for viewing.

Digital Records

Keeping your personal information, including your dental history, stored safely is one of our top priorities at Lower Templestowe Dental Excellence.

Digital storage also allows us to call up your information quickly, compare past appointments or oral health changes and share information with specialists electronically when needed. And with no paper files, this technology is also better for our environment.

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