About us

A gentler kind of dental care, brought to your school

We started School Smiles Australia because access to preventive dental care shouldn't depend on how far a family can travel. Our mobile clinic goes to schools so children can be seen in a place they already feel safe.

Our team caring for a young patient

Our story

School Smiles Australia was founded by a small team of dental professionals who saw how many families were struggling to access routine check-ups. We designed a mobile clinic that brings the same clinical standards you would expect in a fixed dental practice — but with the warmth of a school community.

Today, we partner with primary and secondary schools across Australia to deliver child-friendly preventive care, with clear communication with parents at every step.

Our mission

To make preventive dental care effortless for Australian schools and families, and to help every child grow up with a healthy, confident smile.

Our approach

Child-first, consent-based, evidence-informed. We take the time to explain what we're doing, invite questions, and never rush a nervous patient.

Our values

What guides every visit

Kindness

Every child is met with warmth and patience — a positive experience is our first outcome.

Safety

Clinical safety and infection control are non-negotiable, on every single visit.

Education

We build lifelong habits, not just clean teeth. Curiosity is welcomed.

Partnership

We work with schools, parents and clinicians as one team around each child.

Our team

Qualified, caring professionals

Team profiles will be added here. Names, roles and photos are placeholders and will be replaced with real staff details before launch.

Muhammad Umar
Principal Practitioner
AHPRA Registered

Muhammad Umar graduated from the University of Melbourne and is passionate about helping children develop healthy smiles that last a lifetime. He is committed to providing gentle, compassionate dental care in a friendly and supportive environment, helping young patients feel comfortable and confident during every visit. With a strong focus on prevention and education, Umar works closely with families and schools to promote lifelong oral health while making high-quality dental care accessible through School Smiles Australia's mobile dental service.

Qualifications, registrations and insurance

Our clinicians hold current Australian dental qualifications and registration. Full professional details, registration numbers and current insurance information will be listed here in consultation with our compliance advisors before launch. This section is a placeholder — no registration or provider numbers should be assumed until published here.

Ready when you are

Bring School Smiles Australia to your school

Speak with our team about organising a convenient mobile dental visit for your students.