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Preventative Dental Care for
Healthy Teeth & Gums
Our teeth need regular care and attention by our dentist. Although we may brush our teeth everyday this is still not enough. Plaque builds up on our teeth. This accumulates from the foods and beverages we consume. Plaque contains bacteria. Bacteria invade the food debris and form between our teeth and below the gum line which causes decay and gum disease.
The long term plaque can become hardened and can only be removed by the dentist. One of the most effective ways to support a healthy smile is to prevent problems before they develop.
Regular Care to Prevent
Dental Problems
Our preventative treatments include:
- Scale + polishing
- Fluoride treatments
- Radiographs + x-rays
- Fissure sealants
- Gap Free* or Fixed Price check Up & Clean
$195 for both new and returning patients ($130 for kids aged 2-11 yrs) Includes: Examination, Scale and Clean, Fluoride, X-Rays (Where Clinically Indicated).
*Eligible private health fund members can access this service gap-free or with partial coverage, depending on the amount covered by your insurance.
Some tips for
maintaining healthy teeth
- Eat Well: Enjoy a wide variety of nutritious foods and healthy snacks. Limit your intake of sweet foods, especially between meals.
- Play Well: Wear a professionally fitted mouth guard when training or playing contact sports. If a tooth is damaged or knocked out, contact us immediately for an emergency appointment.
- Drink Well: Drink plenty of tap water. Avoid sweet or fizzy drinks. If consumed, have them with meals rather than between meals.
- Stay Well: Don’t wait for a problem. Have regular oral health check-ups. Ask your oral health professional how often you should have check ups. If you smoke, quit for good.
- Clean Well: Clean your teeth twice a day. Brush your teeth gently and thoroughly with well fluoridated toothpaste with a soft toothbrush. Floss at least once a day. Ask our dentist for a lesson in correct flossing procedure. When possible, chew sugarless gum after meals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Preventative dentistry is a type of dental care that focuses on preventing oral health problems, such as cavities and gum disease, from developing or becoming more serious.
A preventative dental appointment typically involves a cleaning, an exam, and X-rays. During the cleaning, the dentist or hygienist will remove plaque and tartar from the teeth and gums, and polish the teeth. The exam will include a visual examination of the mouth, teeth, and gums, as well as a screening for oral cancer. X-rays may be taken to help detect problems that are not visible during a visual exam.
Yes, preventative dentistry can help improve overall health by reducing the risk of oral infections and other health problems that can be linked to poor oral health. Good oral hygiene can also boost self-confidence and improve overall well-being.
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