Dr Daniel Abood | Holistic Orthodontist
Dr Daniel Abood is a non-extraction, airway driven orthodontist who addresses breathing disorders to help treat and prevent orthodontic, TMJ and sleep-disordered breathing issues in both children and adults.
Dr Abood has also undertaken extensive specialised training with the Australian Academy Of Dento-Facial Aesthetics (AADFA) and Orofacial Myology training through the Coulson Institute of Orofacial Myology and The Breathe Institute.
When Dr Dan is not caring for his patients he loves to spend quality time with his son, friends and his loyal four legged buddy, Shadow.
Dr Daniel Abood is a Queensland born and bred Orthodontist who has a passion for providing the highest quality treatment to his patients. He completed his Dental Degree in the Australian Air Force in 1992, graduating with First Class honours from the University of Queensland and winning both Oral Surgery and Orthodontic prizes in his cohort.
He obtained his Masters in Orthodontics and Masters of Science in Sleep at The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in 1999 and went on to practice in Harley Street, London for four years before returning to his home town of Brisbane.
Laser + Holistic Dental is thrilled to work alongside Dr Dan, whose innovative, airway-driven approach to orthodontics and his expertise in treating breathing disorders ensure that every patient receives the highest quality, holistic care to support long-term health and wellness.
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