Preventative Dentistry
Gone are the days of toothless smiles and sensitive teeth. At Tooth Sparkler, we specialise in preventative dentistry, helping you achieve great oral hygiene and avoid stressful emergency repairs. Our customised preventative care plan is designed to be easy and manageable, helping you prevent common dental issues such as tooth decay and gum disease.
We take the time to understand you and your teeth, reviewing your oral hygiene routine at every visit to ensure your personalised plan is effective. Regular examinations and cleans with us also allow for early detection of any issues, preventing minor problems from becoming major—and potentially expensive—concerns.
Our dentists recommend scheduling your next preventative care appointment as soon as you finish your last one, and we advise periodic X-rays every few years to monitor the health of the structures beneath your gums.
Hygiene and maintenance are the two most important factors in preserving your pearly whites. When you can prevent, there is no need to cure. By combining this approach with good oral hygiene habits and a sensible diet, you can enjoy iced cold drinks on a hot summer’s day—pain-free!
New Patient Exams
At Tooth Sparkler, we welcome new patients with a thorough and personalised examination to establish a strong foundation for your ongoing oral health. Our new patient exams are designed to give us a complete understanding of your dental needs and to tailor a treatment plan that suits you.
During your first visit, we offer the following comprehensive services:
- Airflow Treatment: We start with a gentle yet effective cleaning method that removes plaque, stains, and biofilm from your teeth and gums, ensuring a fresh and clean mouth.
- X-rays: Essential for detecting any underlying dental issues that might not be visible during a routine examination, allowing us to address concerns early on.
- Intraoral Photos: High-resolution images of your teeth and gums provide a detailed visual record, helping us to monitor your oral health and track any changes over time.
- 3D Scanning: This advanced imaging technology creates an accurate digital model of your teeth, which is invaluable for diagnostics and planning any necessary treatments.
- Orthodontic Consultation: If needed, we will assess the alignment of your teeth and discuss any potential orthodontic treatments that could benefit your smile.
- Oral Cancer Screening: Early detection is vital, and our comprehensive screening process helps identify any signs of oral cancer in its earliest stages.
- Gum Disease and Decay Assessment: We perform a thorough examination to detect any signs of gum disease or tooth decay, ensuring that any issues are addressed before they become more serious.
- Sleep Apnoea Risk Assessment: We evaluate your risk for sleep apnoea, a condition that can significantly impact your overall health, and discuss any further steps if necessary.
Gum Disease
Periodontitis, commonly known as gum disease, is a serious infection that damages the soft tissue surrounding your teeth. If left untreated, it can also damage the bone that supports your teeth. In advanced stages, periodontitis can cause sore, bleeding gums, painful chewing, and even tooth loss.
The primary goal of treatment for gum disease is to control the infection. The type of treatment required will vary depending on the extent of the disease. Successful treatment also requires the patient to maintain good daily oral care and hygiene at home.
At Tooth Sparkler, we offer advanced treatment options for gum disease, including Airflow EMS treatment and Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT). Our team is GBT certified, ensuring that you receive the most effective and minimally invasive care possible. These cutting-edge therapies allow us to target and remove harmful biofilm, enhancing your gum health and overall oral hygiene.
Restorative Dentistry
Tooth-Coloured Fillings
Dental fillings, also known as dental restorations, are a common way of repairing damaged teeth, usually following tooth decay. We offer tooth-coloured fillings—also referred to as ‘white’ fillings—to restore both the functionality of your tooth and the beauty of your smile.
Tooth-coloured fillings use a strong composite bond, providing a durable yet natural-looking result that matches the colour of your teeth. The benefits include:
- Long-Term Strength: Durable and resilient, offering a long-lasting solution.
- Aesthetically Pleasing: Blends in with your natural tooth colour for a beautiful smile.
- Reduced Sensitivity: Less sensitivity to hot and cold compared to other types of fillings.
If your tooth has more extensive damage and a filling alone is not sufficient for protection, we may recommend an inlay or an onlay. These options are typically used if a filling falls out in an area that experiences significant wear and tear.
- Inlays: Similar to a filling, an inlay fits inside the cusp tips (top edges) of the tooth.
- Onlays: More extensive than inlays, onlays extend over the cusps of the tooth and are generally used for back teeth.
Dental Crowns & Bridges
When tooth damage is more extensive, a dental crown may be the best solution to restore your tooth’s function and appearance. We typically recommend a crown if around 40% of the tooth has been lost—for instance, if a large filling has broken away or if you’ve undergone root canal treatment and need to prevent the tooth from splitting down to the root. A dental crown holds the tooth together and provides the same look and feel as a natural tooth. Durable and strong, a crown can last many years.
In cases where a tooth is missing, a dental bridge may be the ideal solution. A bridge uses crowns to fill the gap left by a missing tooth, anchoring it securely to the adjacent teeth on either side.
We are pleased to offer advanced restorative options with our CEREC machine, which allows us to create and fit crowns in a single visit. This cutting-edge technology streamlines the process, ensuring you receive your crown or bridge quickly and with precision.
