Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The answers to these questions differ for every patient depending on their individual needs. For example, the cost will be higher, and the treatment time will be longer when a patient needs a dental implant rather than a tooth crown. Likewise, the price will differ when a patient needs two crowns instead of one. 

So, the best way to determine what your treatment needs are, how much it will cost, and how long it will take is to book an evaluation with one of our dentists.

They will spend time not only examining you and gathering the needed information about your teeth but also understanding your goals and ideas for your smile. Taking this time allows them to recommend the best treatment options based on your unique circumstances and needs. 

You may have treatment options, and our dentists can review them with you so you can feel confident about the decisions you make for your smile. Our team will also review finances with you, taking into consideration whether you have a health fund or HICAPS benefits, so you'll understand exactly what your out-of-pocket costs will be.  

If you have questions about your treatment plan or payment options, we're happy to address them at this time. 

All three of our East Keilor dentists are highly skilled and dedicated to honing their craft with continuing education. Together, they have over 100 years of combined experience. They're all well-equipped to help our patients achieve their dental goals. 

Dr Dominic Ho enjoys all facets of dentistry and has previously been a member of the endodontic (root canal), periodontic (gum disease) and osseointegration (implant) societies.

Dr Jonathan Goldberg focuses on preventative dentistry, restorative and cosmetic dentistry, management of snoring and sleep apnoea, and treatment of bad breath. He is also able to provide orthodontic management with clear aligners.

Dr Margaret Preston's interests in dentistry include preventive practice and dental education, periodontics, endodontics, prosthodontics, restorative and cosmetic dentistry, paedodontics and oral medicine and surgery.

Our dentists will work together closely to ensure that you receive the best treatment for your needs. We believe that every patient is unique in their needs, and that's why we spend time getting to know our patients because understanding their needs and goals for their dental health helps us to recommend the right procedures and care for their smiles. 

We invite you to contact our dental clinic if you'd like to arrange a convenient booking for your next appointment.  

Our dentists have over 100 years of combined experience in helping patients achieve their best smiles, and we're happy to offer several different types of cosmetic dental procedures. 

Porcelain Veneers

Dental veneers cover the front surface of a tooth with minor cosmetic concerns like chipping or fractures, discolouration, or size discrepancies. Our dentists bond the veneer directly to your tooth for a seamless finish. 

Dental veneers can change a tooth's shape, size, and colour for optimal results. 

Clear Aligners

Clear aligners offer a discreet and efficient option for moving crooked teeth into alignment using custom plastic trays instead of metal brackets and wires. 

Tooth-Coloured Fillings and Crowns

These days, metal dental restorations no longer need to mar your smile. Our dentists can customise tooth-coloured composite fillings to blend flawlessly with your tooth so they're not noticeable. 

We can also shade ceramic porcelain crowns to complement your smile, and they're also a durable solution for chewing and eating.

Professional Teeth Whitening

If dulled or yellowed teeth have you hiding your smile, professional teeth whitening may be able to remove stains and discolouration, giving you a brighter, whiter smile.  

We'll create custom plastic trays that you can use at home with a professional high-strength bleaching gel. Our take-home teeth whitening system is convenient, safe, and delivers excellent results. 

Yes - we offer a customised take-home teeth bleaching system that allows you to brighten your smile when it's most convenient for your schedule. 

Our team will use impressions of your teeth to create plastic bleaching trays customised to fit snugly against your teeth for optimal results. We'll provide you with a high-strength bleaching gel and show you how to apply it safely to your whitening trays. 

Most patients reach the results they want after bleaching their teeth 30 minutes a day for 10 to 14 days. The best part is that you'll have your trays available to you at home whenever you want to give your smile a boost. You can purchase additional tubes of bleaching gel from your East Keilor dentist to use at home.

Once you've invested in brightening your smile, it's good to be aware of the foods and beverages that can discolour your smile, such as:

• Red wine
• Coffee or black tea
• Dark berries like blueberries or blackberries
• Marinara sauce
• Curries
• Soy sauce
• Dark cola

You don't have to completely eliminate these items from your diet, but when you're aware of them, you can be sure to also drink water when you consume them. 

We invite you to call East Keilor dental surgery if you'd like more information about bleaching your teeth. 

Dental implants are excellent for replacing one or multiple teeth because they restore both your root and tooth, which is the closest you can get to a natural tooth. 

The reason it's essential to replace a lost tooth root is because your jawbone begins to deteriorate when it doesn't have a root to support. Bone loss can result in more tooth loss and even cause changes to your facial structure. 

Replacing a lost tooth protects your surrounding teeth from shifting into the open spaces, which can cause bite misalignment and jaw joint problems and discomfort. 

Since a dental implant restores both your root and tooth, it solves all these problems and leaves you with a natural-looking and high-functioning tooth. 

How Do Dental Implants in East Keilor Work?

Dental implants work in phases. A trusted oral surgeon strategically places the implant into your bone during the first phase. Then we give the implant time to heal and integrate with the bone during an osseointegration process that takes about three to six months. 

Once your implant is fully healed and integrated with your bone, our dentists can restore it with a custom porcelain crown. We can also use multiple dental implants to support a bridge or denture for patients missing multiple teeth.  

That answer is actually different for each patient.

Our team focuses on personalised prevention, allowing us to customise the teeth cleans and checkup schedule that's best for your smile and will help you enjoy optimal results. 

For some patients, this may look like teeth cleans and exams twice each year. Some patients may require more cleans throughout the year to control problems like gum disease. Our dentists work closely with you to determine the best schedule for your needs. 

If you're managing gum disease, your East Keilor dentists will determine the best schedule to keep it at bay. We also offer periodontal (gum) disease treatment at East Keilor Dental.

Even if it's been a while since your last dental visit, our team is prepared to help you get your dental health back on track comfortably. Our dentists also love to share information and educate patients about their dental health and the best ways to care for your smile at home.

Patients appreciate our friendly and judgement-free approach. If you're looking for a caring dentist in East Keilor, VIC, with your best interests in mind, we invite you to call our dental surgery to arrange a booking for your next dental visit.