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our rituals

Dental rituals designed for pleasure

Best For:

If you have stained teeth, an upcoming special event, or would like to try us out.

Details

The Nimble is a “dental freshen up” aka a mini checkup and removal of teeth stains. It could be for those who need a taste-test before launching into the full Sage Menu. Or, for our dedicated Sage members who crave a “freshen up” in between their big rituals, for an event or for the simple pleasure of it!

Benefits

Expect a relaxing, refreshing maintenance ritual that ensures continued optimal oral health.

Price

Up to $150*

*Those with dental insurance will be out-of-pocket less than the above as the insurer will cover a portion of the cost.

30 minute ritual

  • Targeted stain removal on front teeth.
  • Brief examination to gain an overview of current health status.
  • Educational tools to develop the best rituals for your individual mouth.
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The Essential Ritual

Best For:

If you haven’t been to the dentist or had a clean in 6-months or longer.

Details

It encompasses a thorough examination and dental clean of teeth and gums including checks for oral cancer, jaw and muscle tightness, tooth wear and gum recession, airway and breathing screening and alignment of teeth.

Benefits

Ongoing preventative care can mean no emergency dental work, which means less cost, less stress and less pain. By indulging in the Essential Ritual on a regular basis, you increase your peace of mind and overall sense of balance and wellbeing.

Price

Up to $400*

*Those with dental insurance will be out-of-pocket less than the above as the insurer will cover a portion of the cost.

60 min ritual for new patients

  • A thorough examination of teeth and gums including checks for oral cancer, jaw and muscle tightness, tooth wear and gum recession, airway and breathing screening and alignment of teeth.
  • Thorough teeth clean and stain removal with EMS Technology
  • Educational tools to develop the best rituals for your individual mouth
  • X-rays (as needed) and 3D scans to create a model of your teeth, assisting with education about the unique features of your mouth.
  • Cleansing fluoride wash and varnish.

30 min ritual for EXISTING patients

  • Thorough teeth clean and stain removal with EMS Technology
  • Monitoring and comparison of change based on previous 3D scans and x-rays
  • Educational tools to develop the best rituals for your individual mouth
  • Cleansing fluoride wash and varnish
  • X-rays when necessary*

*Further X-rays are usually required every 2 years and will always be offered to existing patients with no additional out of pocket charges.

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Best For:

If you’re someone that loves immediate results, wants white teeth and has an upcoming event.

Details

An initial consultation will clarify your in-chair whitening journey. Our in-chair whitening treatment will leave your teeth at their optimal brightness. Expect immediate stain removal, high concentration whitening gel and application of blue light (in-chair) with the addition of take-home kit for top ups (including personalised moulds of your teeth and whitening gels).

Best for: time poor, important event go-ers, the impatient (we see you!) and anyone who loves to flash their very best smile at a moment’s notice.

Benefits

Beyond the obvious benefit of enhancing your smile, as registered dental clinicians we only utilise active ingredients that are proven to work. Unlike online or over-the-counter alternatives, which are prohibited from using these ingredients and instead add alternatives like citric acid which can have negative consequences or at best, no effect at all.

Price

  • Up to $750 (with no take-home whitening)*
  • Up to $950 (with take-home whitening)*

*Those with dental insurance may be out-of-pocket less than the above if the insurer will cover a portion of the cost.

15 min consultation

  • Complimentary consultation to ensure in-chair whitening is best for you

75 min ritual

  • Stain removal, followed by the use of Philips Zoom WhiteSpeed 25% hydrogen peroxide (up to 8 shades whiter).
  • Custom made whitening trays and gels for at-home top ups.
  • Educational tools to develop the best rituals for your individual mouth
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Best For:

If you want to improve and feel confident with your smile but still want to have your (beautifully) natural teeth.

Details

An initial consultation will clarify your Invisalign journey. Using AI we then monitor your progress, which helps decrease in-person appointments. Length of treatment varies by individual but is usually completed within 3 to 12 months.

Benefits

Clear aligners (such as Invisalign), over traditional braces, allows you to continue living life with your pearly whites uncluttered by metal. Its non-invasive nature makes the process of straightening your teeth a walk in the park. And when it’s done at Sage, you get the pleasure of being in our space, which is designed for self-care.

Price

From $70 pw (on a direct debit payment plan)*

Other payment options also available.

*Those with dental insurance may be out-of-pocket less if the insurer covers a portion of the cost.

  • We ensure a specialist Orthodontist in combination with a general dentist, delivers this highly nuanced treatment. This ensures any case, no matter the complexity, can generally be treated.
  • Our dental team (including your Orthodontist) monitors your progress virtually or in-person (whatever works best for you).
  • We embrace cutting-edge technology and research, such as utilising 3D scans to ensure tooth movements are tracking accordingly based on the initial plan.
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Best For:

If you have acute or chronic jaw pain and you’re unsure what is needed and want some relief.

Details

A deep renewal of the jaw muscle via a 20 minute release massage to ease tightness, pain and ongoing issues that arise from clenching and grinding.

Benefits

Prevention over intervention is key! This ritual lets you discover the underlying cause of your clenching. By releasing the tension, we stop the problem at its source rather than offering bandaid solutions.

Price

Up to $80*

*Those with dental insurance may be out-of-pocket less than the above if the insurer covers a portion of the cost.

  • Targeted massage treatment of the muscles of mastication that cause clenching.
  • Treatment completed by specialist Osteopath.
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  • How is Sage Space different from a traditional dentist?

    At Sage we offer regular preventative dental treatments (cleaning and examination) in spaces that transform the process into self-care, rather than obligation. Not only does this allow you to avoid expensive emergency dental work like fillings, you also get to enjoy the experience.

    We have assembled a collaborative, round-table of leading dental and medical specialists to create protocols that inform the operation of every Sage space. Our members lean into the experience knowing every practitioner is informed by the highest standard of care.

    Our dental health experts will always know when to communicate and connect you with our in-house dentists or refer you to the best specialist should you need a treatment beyond the Sage scope.

    What is Sage?

    • We focus on treatments that prevent dental failure.
    • We educate about the best dental health rituals that can be performed at home to keep your mouth in mint condition.
    • A place where cleaning is used as a means to maintain pristine dental health.
    • We offer unbiased dental advice. We don’t have an agenda other than maintaining complete and total health of your mouth. We’ll always be real with you about exactly what you need and never sell you something unnecessary.

     

    What is Sage not?

    • Whilst we care deeply about ensuring your teeth look their best, we do not have a focus on aesthetics over function.
    • A place where the dentist’s ego is more important than your care.
    • A place where unexpected costs arrive at the end of your appointment.
    • We never ignore nor judge the “why” behind your current dental health.
    • A place to fear, in any way.

     

    Get in touch
  • How often should I come to Sage Space?

    Because we focus on preventative dental care, we recommend treatments every 3-6 months depending on your unique profile. This frequency gives you the best chance of entirely avoiding expensive emergency dental work.

    We also offer the Glow & Go ritual for those times you need to freshen up and remove any superficial stains before an important event. This can be booked any time outside your normal regime.

  • Do you do teeth whitening?

    Yes, we offer in-chair (the Glow) and at home whitening kits (the Glow & Go).

    As registered dental clinicians we only utilise active ingredients that are proven to work – unlike online or over-the-counter alternatives, which are prohibited from using these ingredients and instead add alternatives like citric acid which can have negative consequences or at best, no effect at all.

    Importantly, we will always offer an honest and informed opinion on how the whitening will work for you, with all of your circumstances – before you proceed with the treatment. We also use Philips Zoom – a best practice whitening formula which is only authorized for use by dental professionals

  • Does Sage Space accept private health insurance & how much do they pay back?

    Yes. We accept all forms of private health insurance.

    Depending on your health insurance coverage, your fund may reimburse 20%-60% of the total amount we charge them.

    Take a Ritual Clean. We can charge $400 and the health fund may reimburse $80 to $240 of that cost, leaving you with quite a bit to pay out of pocket.

    With Sage, you have two options:

    1. pay The Sage Packaged Rate and reduce your out-of-pocket expenses.
    2. pay The Gap (whatever it might be – it depends on your fund and insurance type) helping you spread out your available yearly dental limit.

    We believe option 1 lets you get the most out of your fund, it’s the option 99%  of our patients choose and our go-to option unless you’re wanting to pay an increased gap.

    Patients who choose option 1 ensure their available limit is spent, rather than reaching the end of the year only to discover there are hundreds of dollars unused. There still may be a gap to pay for services, depending on how much of your limit has already been spent, but you can be sure to use your entire dental health allowance.

    Patients who choose option 2 might worry about unforeseen emergency work and feel more comfortable knowing their limit is spread across the year, even if it might result in some of it being unused.

  • Does Sage Space perform dental procedures? i.e. fillings etc.

    At Sage, we focus primarily on preventative care. However, if you need treatment such as a filling our clinicians will identify these issues and connect you with our in-house dentists to complete treatment in-house or the right specialist in our network. We don’t believe in loose ends which means we’re always here to help.

  • Why do I need to have an Essential ritual before any other treatment?

    Because we know prevention is key to a healthy mouth, we must first obtain a full picture of your current oral health to accurately treat and manage your needs on an ongoing basis.

    Everything we discover in your Essential treatments acts as the baseline we compare your future health and progress against. We take a wholistic approach to ensure we never miss a beat.

  • What can I expect at my first appointment?
    • A thorough examination of teeth and gums including checks for oral cancer, jaw and muscle tightness, tooth wear and gum recession, airway and breathing screening and alignment of teeth.
    • Deep teeth clean and stain removal.
    • Educational tools to develop the best rituals for your individual mouth.
    • X-rays and 3D scans to create a model of your teeth, assisting with education about the unique features of your mouth
    • Cleansing fluoride wash and varnish.
  • Can you communicate with my regular dentist directly about my medical records?

    While we do have our own in-house dentists for treatment in our space, our dental health experts will always know when to communicate with your dentist (or refer you to the best specialist) should you need a treatment beyond the Sage scope.

    All information is yours to keep and so you’re able to access it anytime and provide it to other dental professionals. We will also correspond with your dentist (if you approve) to ensure that best care practices are being followed, because we believe communication is key to ensuring good quality care.

  • What exactly is preventative dental care?

    Preventative dental care is the core foundation of how to maintain a healthy mouth and decrease the chance of infection or undiagnosed issues. The more consistent the preventative treatments, the more likely you may not need expensive emergency work.

    Think of preventative dental work as the fork to every knife. Where emergency dental work needs to come in with the sharp tools, we exist to complement those tools. A knife cannot function all that well without a fork, but a fork can do a lot of heavy lifting on its own.

  • Will I be seen by a qualified dentist?

    Our clinicians are AHPRA registered every year and meet the ongoing annual learning requirements to complete dental procedures focusing on preventative dental care.

    Our clinicians comprise of dentists, dental hygienists and oral health therapists working with our in-house advisory dentists and specialists.

  • What's your cancellation policy?

    We know stuff happens. Sage is all about mutual respect. That’s why we try to keep a flexible cancellation policy, depending on the circumstances.

    However, we do maintain the right to charge a cancellation fee if cancellation occurs within 24 hours of your ritual or you fail to show up at all.

  • Do I need a referral to book?

    No. We think referrals create barriers to access and we’re all about inclusivity. At Sage, it’s come one, come all.

We accept all private health funds for preventative dental rituals

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