Dental Checkups
Check-up and Clean Appointments include:
- Dentist Periodic Exam (Code 011 or 012 only)
- Supra-gingival Cleaning and Fluoride Treatment (Code 114 and 121 only)
- Bite-wing X-Rays (Code 022 only)
Patients with active Gum Disease or high amounts of decay may need to go more frequently than six monthly at additional costs.
When you Book Online you will need to choose,
- Existing Patient
- Select your Appointment Type: Checkup and Clean Appointment
- Select the practitioner: select which Hygienist you prefer or choose any
Your appointment will be automatically scheduled with your regular Dentist.
You will receive a confirmation sms message shortly after booking your appointment. Please reply ‘y’ to this sms and your appointment will be confirmed.
The regular visit to see your Dentist is necessary for keeping a healthy mouth.
The regular Checkup and clean includes:
- Dentist Periodic Exam
- Supra-gingival Cleaning and Fluoride Treatment
- Bite-wing X-Rays each 2 years
At this check-up they should also have a Clean and Fluoride Treatment. Patients with active Gum Disease or high amounts of decay may need to go more frequently or have additional clean appointments.
Dentists are checking for more than just Tooth Decay:
- Soft-tissues of the mouth for any abnormality or tumours
- Jaw Joint Assessment – for any damage or signs of grinding
- Teeth health for signs of cracks, decay, wear, erosion
- Gum health for signs of gum disease and bone loss
- Bite Setup for signs of grinding, cracks or damage caused to the teeth
- Cosmetic appearance of your teeth
Much more
During your check-up your Dental Hygienist will be assisting the Dentist by cleaning your teeth, taking any required x-rays and advising you on your home care. Your Hygienist can take impressions for whitening and mouth-guards.
Modern Technology
Digital Dental OPG and Cone-beam CT Machine
The Planmeca Promax uses ultra-low radiation to create 3D Teeth and Jaw Scans. This means your Dentist will know a lot more about your mouth before treatment commences.
Digital X-Rays
Digital X-Rays have a higher resolution than traditional film x-rays, and also have a greater than 400% reduction in radiation in comparison to older film based x-rays.
Digital Cameras
Digital Intra-oral Cameras allow records and images to be taken and allow you to be involved in your dental care.
Digital SLR Camera are also used for facial and smile photographs.
Computerised Bacteria Testing
By measuring the levels of decay-forming bacteria in your mouth, our Hygienists can determine the likelihood of decay forming in your mouth.
Magnification
By using magnification, our team is able to view your teeth at up to 5 times larger than life-size and ensure nothing is missed, surgery is neat and tidy and precision is everything!
Modern Dental Chairs
Modern Belmont Dental Chairs with bent legs allow you to get into and out of the chair with greater access. These chairs are ultra-comfortable for longer appointments.
Terms and Conditions: Capped Price $250 Checkup and Clean is for a Comprehensive Examination (011) or Periodic Examination (012) and a Supragingival Clean (114 or 115) and Fluoride Treatment (121). Also includes necessary intraoral x-rays (022). Further treatments are outside of the capped price $250. Patients without Health Fund cover will pay up to $250. Where Health Funds pay over $250 benefits, there will be no out of pocket payment required. Benefits over $250 are not refunded and no credit given for amounts over $250. Additional treatments including Periodontal Debridement is at additional costs, usually at a different appointment. Additional treatments will be discussed and advised before proceeding.