Preventive dentistry in Tatura, VIC, focuses on maintaining healthy teeth and gums through regular check-ups, professional cleanings and early intervention. By identifying potential issues before they become serious, preventive care helps reduce the need for extensive treatment and supports long-term oral health for patients of all ages.Who Can Benefit from Preventive Dentistry?
- Children learning to brush and needing extra protection for new molars
- Busy adults who want to avoid surprise toothaches or costly treatments
- Seniors managing dry mouth, medication side effects, or past dental work
- Orthodontic patients whose brackets and wires make plaque control tougher
If you have a mouth—and plan to keep it smiling—preventive care is for you.
What to Expect at a Preventive Visit
1. Warm Welcome and Medical Update
We review any new health conditions or medications that might affect your oral care.
2. Digital X-Rays (as needed)
Low-dose images reveal hidden decay or bone changes that can’t be seen by eye.
3. Comprehensive Exam
Your Tatura dentist checks teeth, gums, tongue, bite alignment and existing fillings or crowns.
4. Professional Cleaning
Ultrasonic or hand scaling removes plaque and tartar; a final polish leaves enamel glassy-smooth.
5. Fluoride or Sealants
Based on your risk level, we might paint fluoride varnish for extra strength or place clear sealants in deep grooves of molars to block cavity-causing bacteria.
6. Tiny Fillings on the Spot
If we spot a pin-sized cavity, a quick tooth-coloured filling may be done immediately to stop decay before it spreads.
7. Personalised Coaching
We demonstrate brushing and flossing tweaks, discuss diet tips and answer questions about products like water flossers or mouth-guards.
8. Set Your Recall Schedule
Most patients return every six months; higher-risk cases might come in three or four times a year. We book the next visit before you leave to keep prevention on track.
