WANT AN AMAZING
SMILE? START BY
MAKING IT HEALTHY
We understand that a healthy smile does not look the same to everyone, nor may it look the same throughout one’s life- and that’s ok.
We are here to help create and maintain your own unique version of a healthy smile. That may include looking after your gums, and hygiene, reviewing diet and medications, improving your understanding of dental health, considering lip health and other soft tissues which frame your smile, or perhaps tooth alignment and whitening.
It may even require replacing a missing tooth or using porcelain to protect teeth or improve appearance. whatever dental health means to you, we are here to help.
Gilbert Street Dental welcomes new and returning patients. As a family practice which has now been running for over 40 years and by 3 generations of dentists we understand the importance of feeling comfortable in the dental setting. We strive each day to do our best by our patients and very much hope to see you soon.
WE CARE ABOUT
THE PLANET
We have a green edge to us. We acknowledge our traditional land owners the Kaurna People and pay our respects to them and the land our practice occupies. We also pay our respects to the environment and strive to minimise our plastic waste, whilst maintaining a gold standard of infection control. Wherever possible we stick to autoclavable, re-usable items, and will use biodegradable single use products instead of plastics.
MEET THE TEAM
DR PENNY BURBIDGE
PRINCIPAL DENTIST
Dr Penny Burbidge has worked in a variety of dental settings. Straight after graduating from Adelaide University in 2006 she returned to the Dental Hospital and worked at their emergency/ pain relief clinic. At this time she also worked at our former second practice on Sturt Street.
She worked overseas for 2 years in the Cayman Islands, where she got to meet and treat a diverse range of people and cultures.
After returning to Australia in 2008 she re-joined Gilbert St Dental at their current premises.
As a third-generation dentist, and after more than 17 years of practice, Penny has now taken over the running of Gilbert St Dental. Penny continues to see some of her Grandfather’s patients, along with her Father’s patients and many of their offspring.
Penny enjoys all aspects of general dentistry, and is also trained in Laser dentistry, Invisalign and muscle relaxants. Managing patients with bruxism, and restoring highly worn teeth are especially rewarding.
Outside of work, Penny loves to be out in nature and spend time with her husband, 2 daughters, dog and of course her friends. Once upon a time Penny loved scuba diving, and looks forward to the day she can do this with her kids!
DR LIZZIE BHANDERI
SENIOR DENTIST
We have been delighted to have Dr Lizzie join us over the last year. Lizzie has incredible health knowledge, After more than 10 years of practice as an ED nurse at St Mary’s Hospital, London, Lizzie retrained as a dentist at the prestigious King’s College, London. Lizzie is passionate about putting patients at ease in the dental environment and is interested in all aspects of general dentistry.
Lizzie and her family moved permanently to Australia in 2017, and since being here the family has almost doubled! When not at work they adore spending time at the beach, and their involvement in various sporting clubs.
DR MARK GALAZ
SENIOR DENTIST – RETIRED
With over 40 years clinical experience, it is fair to say Mark is a fountain of knowledge on all things dental. Mark has recently retired after running his own private practice since graduating back in 1979. He enjoyed many years tutoring at the Adelaide Dental Hospital and was awarded for his work on the homeless scheme after many years. You may see Mark pop into the practice from time to time to say hello to his much-loved past patients as well as continuing to mentor younger staff.
Mark will be spending his retirement on DIY jobs at home, as well as traveling and spending time with his grandkids. We wish him all the best on his new journey of retirement!
DR KIMMIE ADKINS
DENTIST
Dr. Kimmie has joined us with a wealth of experience from a busy practice and is a master of all aspects of dentistry. Kimmie enjoys everything from seeing kids to complex procedures like implants, veneers, crowns, and more. She always takes the extra time to make sure people feel comfortable and heard. When Kimmie has a week away, she is working with the prestigious Royal Flying Doctor Service to provide dental care to the most remote Australians.
Outside of dentistry, Kimmie enjoys playing netball and keeping active. She especially enjoys hiking, pilates, and going on lots of walks with her dog Tully.
NIKKI
DENTAL HYGENIST
DAISY
DENTAL ASSISTANT
COURTNEY
DENTAL ASSISTANT/RECEPTIONIST
