We provide 24/7 Emergency Services
We provide 24/7 Emergency Services
Don’t wait for pain to seek help, prevent tooth decay with regular check ups.
Have you noticed that you have black, brown, or white spots or stains on your teeth, and you’re not sure what the cause is? Perhaps some of your teeth are feeling more sensitive than normal. You might also have tooth pain while drinking or eating.
None of the above symptoms are normal and unfortunately, they may be a sign of tooth decay. The best way to slow the progression of tooth decay and prevent serious problems from occurring is with tooth decay treatment.
At Martin Vale Dentistry, we work with our patients to stop tooth decay in its tracks. Reach out to our office to schedule a free consultation to discuss your options.
Tooth decay is caused when your tooth enamel (the hard, outer layer of your teeth) is damaged by plaque. Many people are unaware that they have some level of tooth decay, as usually, you won’t feel pain when decay is beginning – the pain comes once the decay and tooth damage level is significant. Often, x-rays are required to investigate the internal damage to the tooth.
Tooth decay is completely preventable and should be considered a lifestyle disease, meaning that the choices you make, such as eating and drinking sugary food and drinks, directly affect the deterioration of your tooth enamel and then decay. The enamel deteriorates when plaque (the sticky bacteria that forms on teeth) and dietary sugars result in acid production which attacks the enamel surface.
Regular dental appointments are essential to prevent tooth decay. Commitment to regular maintenance may save you thousands of dollars in the long run, as leaving your teeth unchecked for long periods of time may increase the size of the procedure (and expense!) required to address the damage to the affected tooth.
Always book regular check-ups to ensure you know exactly what’s happening with your teeth, and prevent expensive surprises.
Several strategies can be implemented to treat tooth decay. The treatment we choose will depend on how much decay is present and how close it is to the tooth’s roots and nerve.
An application of concentrated fluoride treatment, paste or gel, may help reverse tooth decay in its early stages. Our dentists can treat early tooth decay if a cavity has already formed by filling it with a tooth-coloured material.
Sometimes, tooth decay isn’t caught early enough, and the decay reaches the pulp or nerve of your tooth. Our dentists may recommend a root canal treatment if your tooth can be salvaged. We’ll often follow this treatment up with a crown to complete your tooth’s restoration.
There are circumstances when the tooth has been damaged so much that it can’t be repaired. Unfortunately, extracting the tooth might be the only solution. Once the tooth has been pulled, we’ll place a dental implant that will support a new artificial tooth.
Don’t hesitate if you start noticing the early stages of tooth decay. Use our online scheduling tool or call our office at 03 5443 5006 to schedule a free initial consultation.
Our dental staff will carefully examine your teeth and gums for signs of decay. We strive to make the process as painless and stress-free as possible.
Take control of your oral health by booking an appointment with Martin Vale Dentistry.
How Much Does Dental Treatment for Tooth Decay Cost?
At Martin Vale Dentistry, we strive to make dental care accessible for all. That’s why we offer our patients multiple payment options to ensure they can receive the dental treatment they need to improve their oral health. Contact our office to learn more about our flexible payment options.
Don’t hesitate to start tooth decay treatment in Bendigo. Contact Martin Vale Dentistry to book an appointment and meet with our experienced dentists.
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A Free Initial Consultation at Martin Vale Dentistry is the waiving of the fee usually applied to an initial consultation appointment. During an initial consult, we assess your dental concerns, identify any risks attributed to your current dental conditions and provide advice and recommendations of what action (if any) should be taken. Where suitable we may provide photographs or additional printed information for reference. This value of an Initial Consultation is the equivalent of the standard fee for a consultative appointment, which ranges between $60 and $90.
Free Initial Consultations do not include radiographs of the teeth or associates structures. This process can be undertaken at your request, with applicable fees quoted for your approval, and payment required at the time of appointment.
Initial consultations can vary in duration depending on each patient’s needs and concerns, ranging from 15 to 45 minutes, at the discretion of our Dental team. We are committed to answering all of your questions, and providing easy to understand, efficient and effective advice on the option available to you, and costs applicable.
The ongoing provision of Free Initial Consultations is at the discretion of Martin Vale Dentistry.
