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General Dentistry

General Dentistry

Comprehensive care for the whole family. From routine check-ups to restorations.

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Moonee Ponds, VIC

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What is General Dentistry?

General dentistry covers the everyday care that keeps your teeth and gums healthy for life, from routine check-ups and professional cleans to fillings and gum care, as well as restorations such as crowns and bridges to repair damaged teeth or replace missing ones for the whole family.

At Moonee Ponds Smiles we focus on prevention, catching small issues early before they become bigger, more costly problems, and tailoring your care to keep your smile healthy at every age.

Why Choose Us?

We are a warm, family-friendly practice that takes the time to get to know you and make every visit comfortable, no matter your age or how long it has been since your last visit.

Using modern technology and a gentle, preventive approach, our experienced dentists provide thorough, honest care. We accept all major health funds and offer convenient appointment times for busy families.

Who is a good candidate?
  • Anyone due for a routine check-up and clean

  • Families looking for a regular dental home

  • Children attending their first dental visits

  • Anyone experiencing tooth pain or sensitivity

  • Bleeding, swollen or receding gums

  • Missing teeth or gaps you would like restored

  • Patients who have put off the dentist and want a fresh start

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After your visit

Recovery Information

Recovery Information

Healing and recovery times can vary between patients. The information below is general only, and your clinician will provide advice specific to your treatment.

Healing and recovery times can vary between patients. The information below is general only, and your clinician will provide advice specific to your treatment.

Mild sensitivity after a clean

Mild sensitivity after a clean

Some gum or tooth sensitivity is normal after a thorough clean and usually settles within a day or two.

Tender gums

Tender gums

Gums may feel slightly tender, especially if there was build-up or inflammation, and will improve as they heal.

After a filling

After a filling

If you had a filling, mild sensitivity to hot or cold can occur briefly as the tooth settles.

Back to normal quickly

Back to normal quickly

Most patients return to their normal routine straight after a check-up with no downtime.

Ongoing prevention

Ongoing prevention

Following our home-care advice helps keep your teeth and gums healthy between visits.

Long-term care

How to care for your General Dentistry

How to care for your General Dentistry

Your treatment is supported by the way you care for it at home. These simple steps can help protect your result and keep your recovery on track.

Your treatment is supported by the way you care for it at home. These simple steps can help protect your result and keep your recovery on track.

Brush twice a day

Brush for two minutes morning and night with a fluoride toothpaste.

Floss daily

Clean between your teeth every day to reach where a toothbrush cannot.

Eat tooth-friendly foods

Limit sugary snacks and drinks to help protect your enamel from decay.

Visit every six months

Regular check-ups let us keep your smile healthy and catch any issues early.

Call us if something changes

If you notice pain, sensitivity or bleeding gums, contact the clinic so we can help.

Consistent home care and regular check-ups are the simplest way to keep your smile healthy for life.

Book your complimentary, obligation-free General Dentistry consultation

Book your complimentary, obligation-free General Dentistry consultation

Book your complimentary, obligation-free General Dentistry consultation

Book a check-up with one of our friendly dentists and take the first step towards a healthier, happier smile.

Book a check-up with one of our friendly dentists and take the first step towards a healthier, happier smile.

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