Frequently Asked Questions

Our dentists in Bentleigh are always happy to welcome new patients to our practice. We look forward to helping you with all your dental needs.

If you recently experienced toothache or a dental emergency, you probably want to avoid that experience in the future/

At A Dentist on Centre we do our best to help patients avoid dental emergencies with personalised preventive dentistry. By staying current with your regular check-ups, cleans and diagnostic x-rays, you can often avoid serious oral health issues that cause pain or tooth loss.

Toothaches are the body's way of telling you that something is wrong.This could be a cracked tooth, a dental cavity, an exposed root or even gum disease. We recommend that you schedule an appointment with us as soon as possible if you are experiencing tooth pain.

Regardless of whether you’re a child or an adult, you can have X-rays safely taken of the inside and outside of your mouth. 

The amount of radiation involved is extremely low, and is equivalent to the sort of exposure you’d receive on a 1-2 hour flight. 

To make the payment process as simple as possible we offer a wide range of payment options. We accept eftpos, credit card, cash and cheques. We do not accept American Express or Diners.

For patients with private health insurance, we can process your claim on the spot through out HICAPS facility so you pay only the out-of-pocket amount.

For extensive treatments we offer Payment Plans through National Dental Plan. 

Mouth guards provide protection to your teeth and gums. Mouth guards absorb any impact received during sports and reduces the risk of injury to your mouth.

Most dental trauma occurs during sports. Ensuring you or your child wears a custom made mouth guard will protect you and them. 

Mouth guards bought over the counter provide little protection and are generally not recommended. 

At A Dentist on Centre, we recommend that you have a dental check and clean every 6months. Regular visits are important for early detection of dental problems, also helps maintain good oral health.

Click this link to book your next dental appointment online or call us on 9557 9444.

The simplest answer when it comes to your dental health is that brushing only removes minimal plaque. It does not reach in between your teeth that is why we also recommend flossing every day additionally, we advise you visit your dentist every six months for a comprehensive examination and professional cleaning, safeguarding your smile against potential issues. Book today for your routine dental examination and dental clean. 

Fissure seals are one of the best ways of preventing tooth decay. It is a protective layer of resin coating that is bonded into the groove of the molar teeth to stop decay forming. It creates a smooth, easy to clean surface. The resin coating protects the enamel from plaque and acids reducing the risk of tooth decay. 

Yes, at A Dentist on Centre, we strive to create a family-friendly place for everyone. Most of our Dentists have children of their own and are particularly skilled in putting kids at ease and helping them develop a healthy attitude about oral care and their smiles.

The earlier the better! We find 2 years of age a great time to start, but you can bring your little one as soon as they have teeth.

The sooner you start regular dental visits with your child, the sooner they will become familiar with the dental environment and our team.

At A Dentist on Centre, we recommend that you have a dental check and clean every 6months. Regular visits are important for early detection of dental problems, also helps maintain good oral health.

Click this link to book your next dental appointment online or call us on 9557 9444.

The simplest answer when it comes to your dental health is that brushing only removes minimal plaque. It does not reach in between your teeth that is why we also recommend flossing every day additionally, we advise you visit your dentist every six months for a comprehensive examination and professional cleaning, safeguarding your smile against potential issues. Book today for your routine dental examination and dental clean. 

Oral hygiene is very important in maintaining not only healthy teeth but gums. Plaque builds up and it allows a sticky layer of bacteria to buildup on your teeth and harden causing inflammation on the gums. Which leads to bleeding and swollen gums. It can also cause bad breath.

What happens if you leave gum disease untreated?

Left untreated the gums recede increasing spaces between your teeth, which can cause the bone structure supporting the teeth to loosen.

Regular visits to the dentist can help reduce and slow down gum disease along with daily brushing and flossing at home.

Mouth guards provide protection to your teeth and gums. Mouth guards absorb any impact received during sports and reduces the risk of injury to your mouth.

Most dental trauma occurs during sports. Ensuring you or your child wears a custom made mouth guard will protect you and them. 

Mouth guards bought over the counter provide little protection and are generally not recommended. 

At A Dentist on Centre, we recommend that you have a dental check and clean every 6months. Regular visits are important for early detection of dental problems, also helps maintain good oral health.

Click this link to book your next dental appointment online or call us on 9557 9444.

The simplest answer when it comes to your dental health is that brushing only removes minimal plaque. It does not reach in between your teeth that is why we also recommend flossing every day additionally, we advise you visit your dentist every six months for a comprehensive examination and professional cleaning, safeguarding your smile against potential issues. Book today for your routine dental examination and dental clean. 

At A Dentist on Centre during your dental visit we will be take a detailed medical history to understands how various health conditions may  affect the health of your teeth and gums. The dentist will do a thorough check of your soft tissue areas such as your tongue, lips and cheek as well as assessing your gum health. The dentist will also check for cavities and gum disease.

Dental X-rays may also be required to assess any dental issues to identify any hidden dental issues that cannot be seen such as bone loss.

Professional Dental cleaning of all your teeth will help remove the buildup of plaque and tartar, ensuring your gums stay healthy.

EMS Airflow is a non-contact form of dental hygiene and prevention. 
It sprays a fine stream of warm water and powder into the tooth and in hard to reach areas to remove food particles, plaque, discolouration, stains and bacteria.

Oral hygiene is very important in maintaining not only healthy teeth but gums. Plaque builds up and it allows a sticky layer of bacteria to buildup on your teeth and harden causing inflammation on the gums. Which leads to bleeding and swollen gums. It can also cause bad breath.

What happens if you leave gum disease untreated?

Left untreated the gums recede increasing spaces between your teeth, which can cause the bone structure supporting the teeth to loosen.

Regular visits to the dentist can help reduce and slow down gum disease along with daily brushing and flossing at home.

There are many causes for tooth discolouration. These include ageing and the consumption of staining substances such as coffee, tea, soft drinks, tobacco and red wine. During tooth formation, consumption of tetracycline, certain antibiotics or excessive fluoride may also cause tooth discolouration.

For the first 48 hours, it is important NOT to eat foods which can stain your teeth. After this initial period the chance of staining your teeth is not increased following whitening.

Sensitivity during the treatment may occur with some patients. The Pola light generates minimal heat which is the usual source of discomfort. Occasionally, minor tingling sensations are experienced immediately after the procedure, but always resolve, usually within a few hours. We recommend taking Nurofen or Panadol after the whitening procedure.

Light sensitive individuals, including those undergoing PUVA therapy (Psolaren+UV Radiation) or other photochemotherapy, or patients with melanoma, should not undergo the Pola In-Office procedure. Also, patients taking any light sensitive drugs or substances, whether over the counter, prescription or homeopathic, should consult their primary care physician prior to the procedure. Anyone who is not eligible for Polaoffice In-Office Whitening for these reasons may be an excellent candidate for Poladay Take-Home Whitening.

Although the teeth around the fillings will lighten, the fillings themselves and crowns will not whiten to the same extent. Some whitening of tooth-coloured restorations may occur but ceramic fillings and crowns will not change in colour. Any tooth-coloured restorations on your front teeth will need to be replaced after the whitening procedure.