Meet Dr Alanah Thornton
Dentist BDSc

Dentist BDSc
Dr Alanah Thornton is a kind and conscientious dentist who has been working in the Maitland area for the last ten years. Born and raised locally, Alanah completed her Bachelor of Dental Science at Charles Sturt University in 2016, and has been providing committed, family-centric dentistry to the local community since then.
Dr Thornton is a well rounded practitioner who supports patients through every stage of life. She values building close therapeutic relationships with patients, and enjoys watching children and nervous patients grow more confident with their dental appointments.
Dr Thornton can assist you with restorative and cosmetic dentistry, single tooth implants, extractions, root canal therapy and paediatric dentistry. She offers treatment under sedation and general anaesthesia for nervous patients.
When she’s not working locally, Alanah also works for the Royal Flying Doctor Service in Tasmania. She is an enthusiastic hiker, ocean swimmer and has been venturing into the world of cycling.
Alanah is excited to be joining the team at Lorn Family and Cosmetic Dentistry and looks forward to working with you on your dental journey.
Why Choose Lorn Family Dental?
- A team led by a dentist with exceptional qualifications and a personal touch.
- Advanced technology, including Digital Smile Design and Computer-Assisted Dentistry.
- Comprehensive care, from general checkups to advanced procedures, under one roof.
- A strong focus on community involvement and patient education.