Preventive dentistry involves engaging in regular dental maintenance, rather than waiting for a problem to occur before visiting the dentist. Routine dental check-ups are helpful for picking up issues early, which is good for your health and for your wallet. Be Dental is a Gold Coast dentist experienced in providing comprehensive preventive dentistry for our patients.
Preventive dentistry (sometimes called preventative dentistry) involves regular dental check ups to monitor teeth and gums, as well as good dental hygiene when at home. A dental check up typically involves a mouth examination, X-rays (every two years) and professional teeth cleaning to remove plaque and tartar. At this check up, your dentist will also offer the application of fluoride treatment to strengthen tooth enamel. We also recommend that you floss every day and brush twice a day to maintain healthy teeth and gums.
We recommend patients schedule a dental check up and clean every six months. This allows for the early detection of any dental problems, while also removing plaque and tartar and keeping your teeth and gums healthy. Of course, if you notice tooth sensitivity, regular bleeding when brushing, or other mouth changes, it’s a good idea to schedule a dentist visit (even if you’re not yet due for your dental check-up). Contact Be Dental to organise your routine dental examination today.
Yes, while important for adults, preventative dentistry for children is also critical. It’s recommended that children are also booked-in for routine dental check-ups every six months. Regular check-ups allow the dentist to check tooth development, and complete professional teeth cleaning. Some kids might find the dentist scary at first, but at Be Dental, we always do our best to calm nerves and teach children that the dentist is a safe and comfortable place. Children should also be taught how to brush and floss their teeth early, ensuring they develop good dental habits.
A routine dental check-up is straightforward and relatively quick. Typically, the steps are as follows:
This includes examining each tooth, checking any existing fillings and restorations, and monitoring gum depth. They will ask if you’ve been having any pain or sensitivity, or if you have any other dental concerns.
If it’s been two or more years since your last X-ray, your dentist will likely recommend one is completed. X-rays help us assess any hidden decay, impacted teeth, or structural problems within your mouth, which may not be clearly visible otherwise.
Your dentist will complete a professional scale and clean to remove any plaque or tartar build-up. Built-up plaque and tartar can lead to decay and gum disease if left unchecked. This professional teeth cleaning often requires dental tools to remove, and cannot easily be completed at home.
You’ll be offered a fluoride treatment to strengthen tooth enamel and help prevent cavities. This is typically applied as a gel or foam to the surface of the teeth. It’s quick and safe, and you’ll be asked to wait 30 minutes before eating or drinking afterwards.
We’ll give you personalised home dental advice, including the recommendation of products to assist with any concerns you may have. Your dentist will answer any questions regarding your at-home dental routine, and offer lifestyle advice for your specific needs.
If dental issues have been identified during your routine examination, we’ll discuss treatment options with you and make a plan for resolving them. Our understanding Gold Coast dentists will work with you to decide on a treatment plan that suits your finances and schedule.
Be Dental provides routine dental check-ups for $___. This includes an oral examination, professional teeth cleaning, X-rays, fluoride treatment application, and home care advice. Contact us today on 07 5563 3133 to book your routine dental examination. We’re preferred providers for smile.com.au, Medibank Private Members Choice Advantage and HCF, but accept all health funds. With HICAPS, you receive the bill for your dental check-up, your health fund card is swiped through the HICAPS terminal at our clinic, and your transaction is processed in seconds. This means you can simply pay the gap amount for your routine dental examination. Many health insurance policies cover preventive dentist services, so check with your health fund for information on rebates.
Be Dental is a Gold Coast dentist with payment plans, which means eligible patients can pay for their dental check up and clean across a number of weeks. We’ve partnered with both Afterpay Plus and ZipPay, to give our patients alternative payment options. Interested in learning more? Contact us today to chat about your payment plan options. Please keep in mind that these payment plan providers are not directly affiliated with Be Dental, as Zip and Afterpay are independent, third-party providers.
Be Dental is a Gold Coast dental clinic providing preventive dentistry services for our patients. Contact us today to organise your routine dental check-up.
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Brushing twice a day and flossing regularly helps remove plaque build-up on your teeth and gums. When left unchecked, it can lead to inflamed gums and gingivitis. In extreme cases, this can lead to infection of the bone (periodontitis). Maintaining good oral hygiene at home by flossing and brushing is important for continued health and comfort.
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There are several ways you can practice preventive dentistry at home. Brushing your teeth for around two minutes, twice a day is a great place to start. Flossing every day is also important, and helps to remove food particles and plaque from between your teeth. A healthy diet, with plenty of vitamins and minerals (and water) is also important for healthy teeth and gums.
er a GP or another dental specialist. All requirements will be discussed and explained at the time of consultation.
Visiting a dentist regularly is a great way to keep oral hygiene in check! By prioritising preventative dentistry, you can take steps to stop dental issues before they begin. Preventative dentistry can help you avoid expensive treatment down the line, as routine dental check-ups detect any tooth decay or gum disease early.
Professional dentist teeth cleaning removes plaque and tartar build-up that can be difficult to get rid of with regular brushing alone. X-rays are used to detect any hidden structural problems or decay that aren’t so visible to the naked eye. Preventive dental care also helps to support overall health, as poor oral health can be linked to conditions such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes.
Alex was born and raised in Brisbane and permanently relocated to the Gold Coast in 2012. Alex graduated from the University of Queensland in 2009 with a Bachelor of Oral Health. Since then she worked as an Oral Health Therapist in both general and orthodontic practices, before joining the Be Dental team in January 2015.
Alex aims to assist patients in achieving optimum oral health through prevention of dental disease. Alex is able to restore teeth, apply fissure sealants and remove baby teeth when necessary in children up to seventeen years of age.
When Alex isn’t at work, you’ll probably find her watching AFL or at the Gabba barracking for her beloved Brisbane Lions! Her other interests include craft and attempting to find the joy of cooking.
Dr Chris Waters graduated from the University of Queensland in 2002 with first class honours. Since then, he has been constantly attending professional development courses and has also obtained his Master of Clinical Dentistry in Dental Implants from Griffith University in 2013.
He has now had 15 years experience in private practice in the one location at Arundel.
This has allowed him to learn exactly what treatments work and what doesn’t when it comes to teeth. Experience, confidence, clear communication and clinical excellence means that Dr Waters will stand by his treatments and guarantee you get what you pay for.
He prides himself on being an ethical decision maker and an honest, caring person.
Chris is married to his wife Kelly, and together they have 2 small children and one large Rottweiler which keep him very busy in the “down” times. When he is not at work, he is usually running, or fishing and sometimes still surfing if he is lucky.
Dr Stuart Craig grew up in central Queensland and completed his Bachelor of Dental Surgery studies 2013 as part of the inaugural graduation class from James Cook University in Cairns. After moving back from home to Rockhampton for a year and then spending a few years in Townsville he and his wife Susan moved to the Gold Coast in 2016.
Stuart has 7 years experience as a Dentist and completed countless hours of professional development including Invisalign, relative analgesia sedation and completing 12 month residency with renowned specialist prosthodontist Dr Tony Rotondo in 2015.
Stuart is passionate for restorative and cosmetic dentistry and prides himself on his understanding and clinical care for patients concerns. It is very important to Stuart’s philosophy to have a long lasting relationship with his patients.
Outside dentistry Stuart can be found most weekends on the Golf course or tending to his garden and enjoying the best of the Gold Coast lifestyle.
