At Bayfield Dental We Make Children’s Dentistry Fun And Non-Threatening, Even In The Most Challenging Circumstances, With The Purpose Of Developing Children Not To Fear Dental Treatment.

Bayfield Dental has always had a special focus on Children’s Dentistry, providing a highly personalised introduction to your child's first dental encounter. We appreciate that the right care at the right time can make a big difference to how your child views dental treatment.

Working in collaboration with our dentists for the care of your child, is Liz Smith, our Dental Therapist. She is very experienced and has been caring for the dental needs of children in Tasmania for over 25 years. Her gentle and caring nature is ideal for your child’s first dental visit.

At Bayfield Dental we make children’s dentistry fun and Non-threatening, even in challenging circumstances, with the purpose of developing children not to fear dental treatment. We recommend regular dental visits for your child. This enables early detection of dental problems and the prompt commencement of treatment.

It also enables early investigation of potential problems followed by the implementation of preventative measures. Regular visits also allow for detection and the appropriate timing for referral to an orthodontist for crooked teeth. At Bayfield Dental we believe that good oral habits should be reinforced at a young age to prevent early dental decay and to set your child on the pathway to good dental health.

Studies have shown that the earlier your child's first dental visit, the less dental treatment they will require in life.

Mrs Liz Smith

Dental Therapist

Dip in Dental Therapy (Adel)

Liz Smith was born and raised in Tasmania. She first graduated as a Dental Therapist in 1989 from the School of Dental Therapy, New Town, Tasmania, and then furthered her qualifications with a Diploma in Dental Therapy from the University of Adelaide in 1996.

Liz worked with the School Dental Service Tasmania for 12 years and travelled state-wide including servicing the East Coast, Launceston, and Hobart. After having a short break while having three children, she started working at Bayfield Dental in 1999.

Liz is qualified to treat children as young as 12 months and up to 18 years of age. Liz works as part of a team, consulting with the dentists at Bayfield Dental and the visiting specialists as required.

Liz provides the ideal environment for a child's first dental experience in a non-threatening way. She focuses on preventative treatment including dietary counselling, oral hygiene education, decay risk analysis, fissure sealants and fluoride treatment, custom made mouthguards and orthodontic referrals. Liz provides dental treatment in a caring and gentle manner.

Out of work Liz enjoys, keeping fit, gardening, and catching up with family and friends. Liz is a keen supporter and active member of the Hockey Community in Hobart.