Meet Your Dentists in West Lakes | Providence Dental Care
Dr Caleb Harvie and Dr Meg Harvie
Caleb and Meg are a husband-and-wife duo who own and run Providence Dental Care.
Caleb enjoys all aspects of general dentistry, including Implants, simple and complex restorations, orthodontics and cosmetic dentistry. He has a focus on clear communication, gentle care and helping patients feel understood and informed at every step.
Meg is a registered paediatric specialist dentist who cares for children of all ages. She offers a reassuring, playful environment supported by all the tricks you can imagine to make children's dental experience the best it can be. Her full specialist scope includes nitrous oxide (happy gas) sedation, a full suite of restorative treatment including tooth colored fillings, stainless steel crowns, extractions, oral surgery and more.
Our Team Welcomes You and Your Family
Our friendly, professional team is here to make every visit comfortable, positive and tailored to your needs. Welcoming patients from West Lakes, Grange, Tennyson, Seaton, Semaphore and surrounding suburbs, we take the time to listen, explain your options and provide personalised dental care that fits your lifestyle. From your first check-up to implants, Crowns, Orthodontics, Fillings and Crowns with Dr. Caleb; to simple and complex paediatric dentistry with Dr. Meg, we’re proud to support the long-term oral health of your whole family.
Dr Caleb Harvie, B.HSci(Dent) M.Dent
Principal Dentist and Owner/Founder
Dr Caleb Harvie is the principal dentist and founder of Providence Dental Care, where he leads the practice with a focus on high standards of care for both patients and staff. Since beginning his dental career in 2015 and becoming fully qualified in 2019, Caleb has gained extensive experience across Ballarat, Melbourne, and now Adelaide, providing orthodontics, dental implants and surgery, cosmetic and therapeutic injectables, nitrous oxide sedation, ceramic crown and bridgework, aesthetic veneers and more.
Growing up on farm in Mildura, Victoria, Dr Caleb completed his secondary education locally before moving to Bendigo to study dentistry full-time. He has continued his professional development through advanced training in multiple areas of dentistry, with a keen interest in the latest techniques and technologies. He has a particular interest in digital dentistry, and complex restorative treatment.
Dr Caleb is passionate about building meaningful relationships with both patients and his dental team. He believes that open communication, understanding and trust are essential to creating a comfortable environment, making visits easier and more enjoyable for everyone involved.
Outside of dentistry, Dr Caleb enjoys spending time with his wife Meg and their little black cockerspaniel, Teddy. He keeps active with Pilates, gym workouts and walks around Adelaide. He has a love for adrenaline-filled activities like skydiving and bungee jumping. Dr Caleb also enjoys building computers, a hobby that complements his interest in high-tech, digital dentistry.
A fun fact: Dr Caleb has a wide taste in music, and enjoys when patients request unusual or less-known artists to be played over the speakers in the treatment room.
See more about Dr Caleb in his introductory blog post.
Dr Meg Harvie, BHSc MDent DClinDent (Paediatrics)
Visiting Specialist Paediatric Dentist
Dr Meg Harvie is a specialist paediatric dentist with extensive experience managing complex paediatric dental cases. She is skilled in providing treatment under nitrous oxide sedation and general anaesthesia, aiming to ensure children receive safe, comfortable and effective care. Dr Meg currently works at The Women’s and Children’s Hospital and has previously gained experience at The Royal Children’s Hospital (Melbourne) and The Royal Dental Hospital.
Originally from Auckland, New Zealand, Dr Meg completed her Bachelor of Health Science and Master of Dentistry at La Trobe University in Bendigo. She later moved to Melbourne to undertake her specialisation, earning a Doctor of Clinical Dentistry in Paediatrics from The University of Melbourne. Her clinical expertise spans both public and private sectors, giving her a comprehensive understanding of paediatric oral health needs.
Dr Meg loves bringing magic and fun into every dental appointment, aiming to create a positive and memorable experiences for children. Seeing her patients leave the clinic with smiles on their faces is her ultimate reward. She is passionate about combining the scientific and artistic aspects of dentistry to deliver personalised, high-quality care for every child.
Outside of dentistry, Dr Meg enjoys exploring local food and markets, travelling to experience new cultures and spending time in nature through walking, cycling and snorkeling. An adrenaline enthusiast, she loves extreme activities such as skydiving, bungee jumping and white river rafting. A fun fact: her first dental experience was a filling on a chipped front tooth after swimming with her eyes closed. Her favourite food is pani puri—a must-try for anyone who hasn’t yet!