Dental Services
Diagnostics
We have on-site digital X-ray scanners and digital intra-oral X-ray devices to give instant condition reports, using only about 10% of the radiation of old technology film machines. During examinations, we use an intraoral camera so the patient can see and understand the condition of their mouth.
Prevention
Our Oral Health Therapist Rhiannon can provide a regular cleaning service to control gum disease and maintain existing dental work to gain maximum useful service life. Home care is vital to success and we can assist with feedback on how efficiently home maintenance is on-site, and provide tools to make it easier.
Gum Treatment
As the population ages many more people are retaining their own teeth, but some experience complicated gum disease issues that routine cleaning cannot control. With the use of laser technology many previously difficult cases can be brought back into control. On the few cases that we cannot avoid surgery, Dr. Adriano has a Post Graduate Degree in periodontal surgery in Brazil.
Surgery
Dr Adriano has been performing implant surgery, gum surgery and oral surgeries for more than 15 years.
Endodontics
We use the latest technology in root canal therapy, to make it quicker and more successful. The use of laser to disinfect the canal, gives an advantage in improved success rates.
Restorations
We offer tooth coloured cosmetic filling materials. We provide simple, reliable dentistry at an affordable price.
Crowns, Bridges and Implants
Dentists love doing beautiful reconstruction of damaged teeth. Crowns are an art and science that we think offers the strongest solution for extensively damaged teeth. Done well by a talented dentist and skilled dental technician in an Australian Laboratory, the result can be so natural that you cannot detect it. Done at an overseas lab at a cheaper price they are usually disappointed in the long run.
We can provide makeovers for your smile.
We do the surgical insertion of implants in-house. We use Biohorizons implant systems, a world leader in implant technology. We also use small diameter implants in cases with little bone or for denture stabilization. Dr Adriano is an experienced implant surgeon and has a post-graduate course in Brazil for Prosthodontics.
Dentures
We work closely with Peter Cooney Dental Prosthetist with our denture cases. We often collaborate in the planning and problem solving of difficult cases. Denture stabilization is becoming popular with local people now that it is becoming more affordable.
Orthodontics
Dr Karine Costa Lima has a Post Graduate degree in Orthodontics from Brazil. Dr Karine has been treating children and adults for several years now. With Dr Karine’s caring nature, she has a genuine concern for what the patient wants.
Orthodontics is a Passion for Dr Karine
Tooth Wear & Sleep Therapy
The high stress modern lifestyle has led to a rapid rise in tooth wear issues. We can assist with appliances to minimize future wear as well as repair past damage. Sleep apnoea has been widely under diagnosed and many clinicians think that tooth grinding is associated with sleep issues. Suitable appliances can be made to improve sleep efficiency. A child that snores indicates a problem that should be addressed.
Headaches and Pain Relief
The muscle pain associated with tooth grinding and clenching is the major cause of headaches and face pain. Dr Adriano has successfully undertaken training in the use of Botulinum toxin (same medicine used to remove wrinkles) to relieve headache issues.
Digital Dentistry
Digital Dentistry is the use of the intraoral scanner for crowns, orthodontic and implant procedures.