General Dentistry
At our O’Connor clinic, you’ll find the latest technology. Backed by decades of experience and strict protocols, our multidisciplinary team cover all aspects of dentistry for the whole family.
Benefits When You Choose Our Dental Surgery Clinic in O’Connor
- We offer the full range of general dentistry services including dental surgery in one location.
- Our 3D imaging, CT and cone beam machines mean less travel and more convenience.
- Our team has long-term, real-world experience.
- We have multiple dentists on-site at any one time; which means you access their collective experience and expertise.
- We have dedicated Oral Health Therapists who specialise in cleaning and maintenance.
Need to Know
Experience counts. A team that has known and worked with each other for years will naturally provide better care and a more cohesive experience for you.
Our clinic is based in O'Connor, in close proximity to Fremantle, and services the wider Perth metro area and surrounds.
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Professional Cleaning
No matter how thorough you are at home with cleaning your teeth, or using the best electric brush and daily flossing, it is not completely enough.
Regular professional cleaning by a hygienist at our O’Connor dental surgery is necessary to remove what your toothbrush does not, such as calculus (tartar), plaque, and the calcium deposits from saliva then can lead to gum problems.
Once cleaned, your teeth are then polished. Fluoride and other treatments may also be applied.
Regular Check-ups
A check-up by our O’Connor dentist typically happens at the end of every professional cleaning appointment.
- Your teeth are examined for decay and other anomalies.
- Your gums are checked to maintain gingival health.
- Previous reparative work or restorations are checked to ensure continual serviceability.
- We look for indications of soft tissue pathology like oral cancers.
- We examine your jaw joints for any temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders; which can manifest as trouble chewing, clicking noises when you open your mouth, and jaws that “stick” or “lock” open or close.
An x-ray may be needed from time to time.
Annual Professional cleaning and check-ups at our O’Connor dental surgery are usually covered by private health.
Fillings
If there is minor decay or damage to a tooth, a filling may be required.
Fillings can usually be fitted in a single appointment with local (topical) anaesthetic.
We generally use the “white” composite fillings instead of silver amalgam.
Extractions
We will always aim to preserve a natural tooth. When an extraction is indicated, it can be done in-chair or in theatre.
Extractions can also precede other procedures like dental implants, dental bridges and orthodontics.
We also do wisdom teeth extractions at our Fremantle dental clinic.
Root Canal Treatment
If you have a severe toothache, heightened sensitivity, a bad taste or abscess on your gum, the living part of your tooth (root) may be damaged.
A root canal treatment removes the damaged tissue inside the tooth and seals it with a crown. Root canals are usually done in three stage.
See Crowns and Bridges for more information.
Mouth Guards
Dental splints and mouth guards can be custom maid for your jaw to relieve the pain caused by teeth grinding and jaw clenching.
You sleep with these in to condition your body to stop the unwanted actions.
Mouthguards are also essential in many types of sports.
The procedure involves taking an impression of your teeth. An external lab will then make the guard or splint from this impression.
Teeth Grinding and Jaw Clenching
Tempromandibular joint (TMJ) disorders are more common than you may realise. The common ones are teeth grinding and jaw clenching. They can lead to chipped, worn or cracked teeth, headaches and sleep disturbances.
Dental splints can be custom-fitted by our dentist in Fremantle and worn in your mouth when you sleep. They work to protect your teeth from damage and also to gently recondition your body to stop these unwanted actions.
There are different types of splints and mouth guards. Book a visit to our O’Connor clinic and our dentist can best advise you on the most appropriate choice.