Preventative Dentistry
Annual and six-monthly dental examinations
To keep your teeth healthy, it is important for the dentist to check your teeth every six months for cleaning, and once a year to check your teeth using x-rays.
Digital Radiographs
Digital radiographs are one of the newest X-ray techniques, using up to 80% less radiation than traditional film x-rays. The computer image is available instantly.
Regular scaling and polishing
Regular scaling and polishing by your dental hygienist helps keep your teeth and gums healthy and your smile whiter. Scaling removes hard tartar that brushing cannot remove. Polishing removes stains from coffee, tea, cigarettes and red wine. We recommend scaling and polishing at least every six months.
Sealants
Dental sealants act as a barrier against decay. They are usually applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth (premolars and molars), where decay can develop in the grooves. Adults may benefit too, although children benefit the most. Applying sealants soon after the first molars erupt reduces the chance of cavity-causing bacteria entering these grooves.
Night guards for clenching and grinding
Teeth grinding (bruxism) and clenching are common habits that can wear down the biting surfaces of your teeth. If enough enamel is worn away to expose the underlying dentine, the teeth can become very sensitive. Grinding and clenching can also chip the front teeth or make them appear shorter over time. These habits may be accompanied by facial pain and fatigue.