Dentist Bondi Beach

Preventive dentistry is focused on maintaining good oral health now to avoid problems in the future. Education and awareness of oral health care and possible complications is an important aspect of preventive dentistry.

Dentist Bondi Beach

Hooper Dentistry near Bondi Beach maintains a big focus on education and awareness. Educating patients on good oral health practices creates awareness about the importance of oral health care and the affect poor oral health has on our general health and well-being. We teach our patients what symptoms and signs to look out for, so that they can play a role in achieving good oral health, themselves.

Prevention is better than treatment

When it comes to oral health, prevention is always better than solving problems with invasive treatments. During your visit, we’ll thoroughly examine your teeth and gums to identify any problems or weaknesses. This allows us to pin-point any potentially problematic areas before they can cause damage, and develop a treatment plan to prevent further issues.

Early intervention

Taking your child to the dentist as soon as their first tooth appears is very important to setting a good foundation for the health of their permanent teeth going forward. It also allows the dentist to monitor the growth and development of their teeth and to identify problems early. Some treatments are much more effective when undertaken before the jaw and facial bones have properly developed. Early intervention is an important aspect of maintaining the optimum function and form of children’s teeth and gums as they grow up.

Practise good habits and routines

Taking the time to practise positive oral hygiene habits is a vital aspect of maintaining good oral health, and the healthiest possible teeth, gums and jaw. This routine should include the following aspects:

Brushing your teeth for two minutes twice a day
Flossing daily
Visiting your dentist regularly for check-ups and cleans
Maintaining a healthy diet with limited sugar intake
Drinking plenty of water

Preventing oral diseases

Preventing the onset of gingivitis, periodontal disease and oral cancers is vitally important to your overall health and wellbeing. Periodontal disease is the leading cause of tooth loss among adults. Maintaining a clean and healthy mouth is the first step in preventing these diseases. Cleaning accumulated bacteria and plaque means less decay and healthier gums.

Minimally Invasive Dentistry

At Hooper Dentistry, our focus is minimally invasive dentistry – we believe in restoring and rebuilding damaged teeth, rather than drilling into them. We work to control the bacteria and dental caries causing the decay in the first place and then using minimally invasive techniques to restore the form, function and appearance of the teeth. When plaque interacts with the teeth, it demineralises the enamel, essentially weakening it and breaking it down. Our techniques work to remineralise the teeth to restore the enamel’s strength. This technique is safe, minimally invasive and highly effective.