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New patients: a full exam, x-rays and personalised treatment plan for $99. Conditions apply.
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General Dentistry
If your gums are bleeding, sore, swollen or starting to recede, you’re not alone. These are common concerns and we’re here to help.
We’ll take the time to understand what’s going on, check your gums carefully and explain everything in a way that makes sense. From there, we’ll work with you on a treatment plan that suits your needs and helps you feel more comfortable looking after your gum health.
If you’ve noticed bleeding, soreness, swelling, bad breath or changes in your gums, book an appointment with one of our dentists.
We’ll assess your gum health, explain what may be causing the problem and talk you through the next steps.
We accept all health funds.
The basics
Your gums play an important part in keeping your teeth healthy and supported. If you’ve noticed bleeding when brushing, tenderness, swelling or changes around your gums, it’s worth having them checked.
We’ll take the time to assess your gum health, explain what we can see and talk you through any treatment that may help.
If extra cleaning is needed, we’ll guide you through it gently and give you practical advice to help you care for your gums at home and keep things on track between visits.
Why patients choose us for gum care
Regular gum care can help us identify inflammation and other changes before they become more difficult to manage.
Where needed, we’ll carefully clean around and below the gumline to help reduce plaque and inflammation and support healthier gums.
With the right care, many patients notice improvements in bleeding, tenderness and overall gum comfort over time.
We’ll show you simple ways to care for your gums at home and recommend a routine that feels realistic for you.
What to expect
We’ll carefully check your gums, measure any areas of concern and look for signs of inflammation or bone loss. We’ll then explain what we find in clear, simple terms.
If deeper cleaning is needed, we’ll carefully remove plaque and tartar from areas that are difficult to reach with brushing alone.
We’ll check how your gums are responding to treatment and make any adjustments needed along the way.
We’ll give you advice for caring for your gums at home and recommend a review schedule based on your individual needs.
Good to know
Bleeding gums can be a sign of inflammation, often caused by plaque building up around the gumline, although there can be other reasons too. We’ll check your gums carefully, explain what may be causing the bleeding and recommend the right care for you. In some cases, a professional clean may be recommended to remove plaque and tartar that brushing alone can’t reach.
We’ll do our best to keep you comfortable throughout your treatment. If your gums are particularly sensitive, local anaesthetic can be used to numb the area before deeper cleaning begins. We’ll also check in with you as we go and take things at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
Early gum inflammation, known as gingivitis, can often be reversed with professional care and good oral hygiene at home.
More advanced gum disease, or periodontitis, cannot be fully reversed but it can often be managed and stabilised with the right treatment and ongoing care. We’ll assess your gums and explain what this means for you.
How often you’ll need to visit will depend on your gum health and how well things are responding to treatment.
Your dentist will recommend a review and cleaning schedule that suits your individual needs, which may be more frequent at first and adjusted over time as your gums become more stable.
Yes. We accept all health funds and can process claims on the spot through HICAPS at the clinic. If there is a gap to pay, we’ll let you know the remaining amount and you can settle it on the day.
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Preferred provider for Bupa, HCF/RT Health and CBHS
$199 New Patient Check-Up & Clean
Includes a comprehensive examination, scale and clean, prophy and fluoride treatment, any required X-rays, a personalised treatment plan and a complimentary take-home Essential Oral Care Kit.
New patients only. Health fund rebates may apply depending on your fund and level of cover. Any remaining balance is payable by the patient on the same day.
