Your First Visit

What Happens During a Dental Visit?

We will provide

1. Choice of beverage, relaxing music and aromas to make your experience comfortable
2. Complete examination and cleaning using the latest in patient comfort technology. For details please click here
3. Peronalised treatment plan and itemised costing
4. New Patient Welcome Bag
5. HICAPS – On the Spot health fund claiming

You will need to bring

1. Arrive at ABC Dental Westfield Bondi Junction 10 mins prior to appointment : 2 hrs free parking
2. Health Fund Card
3. Completed New Patient Form. Click here
4. Payment method : We accept Credit Card (VISA, Master, AMEX), Cash

Regular checkups (ideally every six months) will help your teeth stay cleaner, last longer and can prevent painful problems from developing.

What's involved in a full examination?

Your dentist will perform a thorough examination of your teeth, gums and mouth, checking for signs of disease and other problems. Intra-oral photos will also be taken at this stage. Our goal is to help you to maintain your good oral health and to prevent problems from becoming serious by identifying and treating them as soon as possible.

What's involved in a thorough cleaning?

Your check up at ABC Dental will be followed by a complete clean. In some cases where a long time has passed between dental visits, a special periodontal appointment may be needed to remove excess calculus. Using special instruments, your dentist will clean to remove built-up plaque and tartar that can cause gum disease, cavities, bad breath and other problems. Your dentist may also polish your teeth to prevent future plaque build-up.

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What are Digital Radiographs?

On your first dental visit your dentist will take digital radiographs. Digital radiographs can diagnose problems otherwise unnoticed, such as damage to jawbones, impacted teeth, abscesses, cysts or tumours, and also decay between the teeth. ABC Dental uses a digital radiograph machine which emits virtually no radiation - no more than you would receive from a day in the sun or a weekend watching TV. If you are pregnant, inform your dentist, as radiographs should only be taken in emergency situations. We also don't perform radiographs on children under 10, except in emergency cases.

How Long Should I go Between Visits?

If your teeth and gums are in good condition, you probably won't need to return for six months. If further treatment is required, for example to fill a cavity, remove a wisdom tooth, or repair a broken crown, you should make an appointment before leaving the office. The dentist is there to answer any clinical questions you may have regarding your treatment.