Cheree Wheaton

B Appl HSc (Oral Health) - UQ
Adult Scope - UNSW

Fellowship in the International Academy for Dental-Facial Esthetics

Director Fortitude Valley Clinic

Oral Health Therapist and Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist

BOH (UoN)

BOH (UoN)

BOH (UoN)

With nearly 20 years of experience in the dental industry, Hannah has spent over 12 years as a Dental Hygienist in private practice, actively engaging in patient education and establishing numerous meaningful connections.  Personal encounters with chronic mouth breathing, sleep issues, jaw pain, teeth grinding, and observing her own child develop orofacial dysfunctional habits prompted a journey into studying orofacial myofunctional therapy.

Motivated by a desire to comprehend the underlying causes of dental disorders, she developed an interest in diet, sleep, breathing, growth and function.  Demonstrating a strong commitment to self-education and professional growth, she maintains a keen focus on prevention.  Actively encouraging and educating patients and parents to recognise orofacial myofunctional disorders in their families, she advocated for natural growth and maximum potential through correct function.

Her dedication is evident in her mission to assist others and their families in achieving improved breathing, quality restful sleep, enhanced functionality, and overall thriving.  Emphasising the importance of prevention over cure, she extends a welcoming hand to guide individuals on the path to better health.  Beyond the clinical setting, her interests include the gym, gardening, exploring nature, traveling, playing footy with her son and indulging in the companionship of her cavoodle, Benji.

Education

Bachelor of Oral Health University of Newcastle

The Australian Academy of Orofacial Myology - Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy Course

Centre for Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy - Breathe, Feed, Eat and Sleep workshops

The Dental Diet - Dr Steven Lin

Dental Sleep Medicine- Dr Manish Shah

Early Interceptive Treatment for the Developing Dentition -Dr Derek Mohony (Specialist Orthodontist and Dental Sleep Medicine Specialist)

Centre for Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy -Breathe, Feed, Eat and Sleep  

Aged Care Chapter - DHAA

BOralHlth (CQU)

Danielle is a caring, calm and gentle practitioner who always strives to achieve the best outcomes for her clients. She attained a Bachelor of Oral Health with Distinction from Central Queensland University in 2018 and soon after began her practice of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy.

Along with delivering care at Smile Tone, Danielle additionally works as an Oral Health Therapist on the Gold Coast, providing preventative oral health treatment to patients across all age groups.

Danielle has a particular passion and interest in working with clients who have special needs, having worked for more than a decade as a coaching instructor and volunteer for Riding for the Disabled Queensland.

She takes an active interest in her profession and is a past Secretary of the Australian Association of Orofacial Myology.

When Danielle is not busy with helping her clients, she enjoys spending time with her husband Matt and their 2 dogs and horse.

Education

Bachelor of Oral Health (with distinction) Central Queensland University

The Australian Orofacial Myology Lecture Series - Introductory Orofacial Myology courses

Buteyko Breathing - Patrick McKeown

Integrative Breathing Therapy – Rosalba Courtney

Myo-Mastery Mentorship Program

Myo-Focus – Take-Off Program

The Thumb Sucking Clinic – Smiley Little Faces Program

Centre for Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy - Breathe, Feed, Eat and Sleep workshops

Memberships

Australian Association of Orofacial Myology – Current Secretary

Australian Dental & Oral Health Therapists Association

Dental Hygienists' Association of Australia

BBOH (UoN), Grad Dip HPE (University of Glasgow)

With over 25 years of experience in dentistry across Sydney, Dubai, and now Brisbane, I bring a wealth of knowledge, skill, and heart to my work as a Dental Hygienist and Myofunctional Therapist. My gentle nature and compassionate approach have always been the cornerstone of the care I provide.

My passion for whole-body health was truly ignited through my own personal journey with health and fertility. This experience deepened my understanding of how oral health is intimately connected with overall wellbeing—and has driven me to help others through a more holistic lens. I feel so fortunate as a dental hygienist to play a vital role in preventing both oral and systemic disease and empowering people to take charge of their health.  This belief has inspired me to do some volunteer dental work in a remote Kenyan village in the beautiful Masia Mara, as well as a community outreach program in Dubai.

When I first discovered Myofunctional Therapy, it profoundly resonated with me—particularly in my ongoing quest to understand and address the root causes of poor facial growth and dental crowding and to shift the all-too-common focus from reactive treatment to a prevention approach. My extensive training in this field alongside taking a deep dive into nutrition, has empowered me to identify and treat Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs), which can significantly influence facial development, airway function, sleep quality, behaviour and cognition, and promote overall long-term health. As a mother of three, this preventative and holistic approach aligns perfectly with my values in my own life. Addressing suboptimal function in adults can significantly improve sleep, TMD symptoms, and enhance overall health.

I am deeply committed to preventative care and interdisciplinary collaboration. My ongoing study, role as an educator and clinical work in airway health and myofunctional therapy ensure I remain at the forefront of this vital and evolving field. For me, there is nothing more rewarding than supporting patients of all ages on their journey to better health.

Outside of clinical practice, Karina enjoys spending time with her family, experiencing different cultures and food through travel, exploring nature with her 3 little critters, and loves cooking from scratch, often with an Indian flair. 

Education

Bachelor of Oral Health (BOH) University of Newcastle (with distinction)

Graduate Diploma in Health Professions Education (Grad Dip HPE) – University of Glasgow

 Cone Beam CT Licencing Australia course – Clin Prof Koong and Dr Tom Huang

 Myofunctional Introductory course – Coulson Institute

 A Practical and Systemic Approach to Dental Sleep Medicine – Dr Manish Shah

 Functional Oral & Airway Health Summit – Healthy Mouth Media

 12-week Myofunctional Training course (completed twice) – MyoMentor Sarah Hornsby

 Introducing Dental Sleep Medicine into your Practice – Sleepwell AU/NZ

 Co-ordinating Orthodontics, Oral Surgery, OSA & Oromyofunctional Therapy – Linda D’Onofrio

 TMD  & Orofacial Pain: Fast and Functional Relief Methods for Busy Clinicians – Fast and Functional

 Integrative Breathing Therapy – Functional Nasal & Upper Airway Rehabilitation – Dr Rosalba Courtney

 Annual Subscription to Sleepwell AU/NZ CPD courses

(BSpPath, CPSP)

Freeda is a warm, holistic and functional practitioner who is passionate about helping people develop strong foundations in communication, feeding, and orofacial function. She is a qualified paediatric speech pathologist and orofacial myofunctional therapist with extensive experience across early intervention, speech sound disorders, language delays, and feeding challenges. 

Her interest in orofacial myology began after noticing recurring patterns in her young clients— tongue ties, mouth breathing, tethered oral tissues, and low muscle tone—prompting her to pursue further training to better support these children.  Freeda is particularly passionate about early identification and collaborative care to get the foundations right for better functional long-term outcomes.

Beyond the therapy room, Freeda is a resource creator and mentor, driven by a love of playful, practical tools that make therapy fun and accessible. She finds joy in sharing knowledge and empowering other professionals to grow in confidence and creativity.

When she's not busy supporting patients, Freeda enjoys drinking tea, making therapy games, and spending time getting some sun, salt and sea! 

Education

Bachelor of Science

Bachelor of Speech Pathology

Graduate Certificate in Autism Studies 

Introduction to Orofacial Myology - Australian Academy of Orofacial Myology 

Introduction to PROMPT - Technique 

SOS Approach to Feeding 

DIR- It's Floor Time 

Deneca  comes to us with plenty of medical administration experience and works from her Brisbane bayside home, whom she shares with her 2 children and husband.   She virtually ensures a smooth day for our clients and practitioners on Fridays.  Deneca is a scheduling whiz who will type up a client’s history with her right hand whilst holding the baby in her left.  

Administration 

Rachael comes to us with almost 20 years in the Dental industry. She holds her Cert III in Dental Assisting from the Australian Dental Association Qld, and has a strong passion for oral health, early prevention and invention. She has over a decade of administration experience and practice management and is complimented frequently on her warm and bubbly personality. Rachael works from her home in the Gold Coast Hinterland, whom she shares with her husband and stepson. She virtually ensures a smooth day for our clients and practitioners on Monday -Thursday.