At Sabertooth, we firmly believe that every pet deserves a comfortable, healthy, and pain-free oral cavity.
That is our definition of "purrfect".
We provide a comprehensive range of veterinary dentistry and oral surgery services. Every treatment plan is carefully tailored to the individual needs of each patient, including customized anesthesia and pain management protocols to ensure the highest level of safety and comfort.
As a pioneer of specialist veterinary dentistry in Brisbane, Sabertooth continues to set the benchmark for referral services, delivering unmatched expertise for every case.
Sabertooth is an independently operated and owned veterinary dental and oral surgery specialist service.
Our founder, Dr. Will Basuki, is the first and only registered veterinary dental specialist in Queensland to have completed formal, full-time specialist training in the United States.
We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional patient care using gold-standard equipment and techniques, while maintaining transparent and respectful communication with both pet owners and referring veterinarians.
About Us
The Founder
Dr. Williana Basuki
BVSc (Hons), MS, MANZCVS, DAVDC®
Board Certified Veterinary Dentist®
Registered Specialist
Dr. Will Basuki graduated with Honours from the University of Queensland in 2010. She began her journey as a small animal veterinarian, followed by rotating and surgery internships in Brisbane, Australia before commencing her specialist training and Master's degree scholarship in 2014 at Colorado State University, USA.
In 2018, she started a dentistry specialty service at Tufts University, USA and became an Adjunct Associate Professor. She returned to Australia in 2020 to become the first registered dental specialist in Queensland, and pioneered specialty dentistry at a veterinary specialist hospital in Brisbane.
In 2024, she founded Sabertooth Vet Dental Specialist to continue offering her clinical expertise and services to local and interstate primary veterinarians, clients, and patients.
Dr. Will Basuki is a well-known conference speaker and clinical educator both domestically and internationally. She also holds an Adjunct Lecturer position at the University of Queensland.
She owns two cats (Felix & Sabertooth) and used to own two hamsters (Truffle & Oyster) in the USA.
What Is a Board-Certified Veterinary Dentist?
A board-certified veterinary dentist is a veterinarian who has completed advanced residency training in veterinary dentistry and oral and maxillofacial surgery and has successfully fulfilled the credentialling and examination requirements of a recognised veterinary dental specialty college.
Board certification is a specialist qualification obtained through recognised veterinary dental specialty colleges, including the American Veterinary Dental College (AVDC), the European Veterinary Dental College (EVDC), and the Asian College of Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery (AiCVDOS). These specialist pathways involve structured postgraduate training, comprehensive clinical experience across veterinary dentistry and oral and maxillofacial surgery, and rigorous specialty examinations. Training also encompasses related disciplines, including anaesthesia, surgery, and diagnostic imaging, to support the management of complex dental and maxillofacial conditions.
How Is Board Certification (DAVDC®) Different from Membership (MANZCVS) in Dentistry?
In Australia and New Zealand, veterinarians may obtain a Membership in Dentistry through the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists (ANZCVS). This qualification demonstrates additional knowledge and competence in veterinary dentistry. However, a Membership in Dentistry (MANZCVS) does not confer veterinary specialist status or registration as a veterinary dental specialist.
Team Members
Robyn Somerville
Client Liaison
Robyn brings over 25 years of experience in the veterinary industry, with a strong background across specialist hospitals in Brisbane. Her diverse roles have included inventory management, hospital administration, dermatology technician, emergency care, and general team support.
Having first worked with Dr Will during her intern days over a decade ago, Robyn is delighted to reunite and join the Sabertooth team, where she looks forward to supporting the dentistry service and delivering personalized care.
At home, Robyn and her family share two mischievous sister cats, Willow and Spider — “foster fails” from the COVID period. While they may be a little on the fussy side, they more than make up for it with their charm and antics.
Selena brings over a decade of experience to her role as a Registered Veterinary Nurse, having earned her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing in 2013. She began her career primarily as an emergency vet nurse at general practices and specialist centres. With a growing passion for feline medicine, Selena completed a Certificate in Feline Nursing in 2020.
Selena started working as a dedicated veterinary dental nurse with Dr Will since 2021 at a veterinary specialist hospital while obtaining her Diploma of Veterinary Nursing (Dentistry) in 2022. She started her journey to become a Veterinary Technician Specialist in Dentistry through the Academy of Veterinary Dental Technicians in 2025.
In her spare time, Selena can be found bushwalking with her dog, Lightning, or volunteering for Lifeline.
Selena Chi
Senior Veterinary Nurse
Dental Specialist Services
We offer, but not limited to:
Oral Surgery
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Jaw fracture stabilisation
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Complex extractions
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Oronasal fistula repair
Periodontology
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Professional cleaning
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Tooth preservation via bone grafting
Endodontics
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Root canal therapy (standard & surgical)
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Vital pulp therapy
Malocclusion Treatment
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Crown height reduction
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Crown extension
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Orthodontic appliances
Oral Medicine
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Stomatitis
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Oral tumour diagnosis and management
Others
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Restorative dentistry
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CT scan and Dental X-ray
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Integration with local and international specialists