Check-ups and Preventative Care

A lifetime is a long time. Especially for our teeth which have to withstand some pretty tough conditions. It’s important to make sure that we look after our teeth, by keeping them as healthy and clean as possible. That’s why we recommend visiting the dentist every 6 months to check and maintain your teeth in the best condition possible. We also know how important those baby teeth are as well, and the staff at Lyons Dental love providing check-ups and care for children. Have a look at our Lyons Dental children’s dentistry services for more information.
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Check-ups and Preventive Care

The importance of dental check-ups

At Lyons Dental we focus on preventative dentistry. We prefer to prevent problems from occurring &to fix little problems earlier, as it is usually much easier & cheaper to do so before they have a chance to become big problems. A lot can change in 6 months! Therefore a regular 6 monthly dental check-up can save you a lot of pain and expense in the long-term.

Over time, if food (dental plaque) is allowed to build up on the teeth this can harden into tartar, which can no longer be removed with brushing or floss. Only a dental professional is able to remove this tartar effectively. Failure to do so can result in accumulation of bacteria around the teeth & gums, which can go on to cause gum disease & early loss of teeth. And who doesn’t love the feeling of recently cleaned & polished teeth?

It is also important that your dentist checks your teeth thoroughly for any signs of dental decay & monitors existing fillings and restorations to ensure that they are still working effectively.

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What can you expect during your dental check-up?

What can you expect during your dental check-up?

Our dentists will want to get to know you. We’ll chat about any problems that you may be having with your mouth, or any issues you may want to improve. Your medical history is important & medical conditions & medications can have an effect on your oral health. We may also discuss any relevant lifestyle factors such as your diet &oral habits. This initial conversation is important because our Doctors need to paint a picture of your oral health & ascertain your concerns.

This will allow our dentists to give you the best tailored advice and treatment possible. Every dental check-up gives us the opportunity to assess any changes in your mouth and how we may be able to maintain or improve things as required.

A general dental check-up from Lyons Dental will usually include:

A Visual Check

An examination of your mouth, teeth& gums will be conducted.

Teeth Charting

At Lyons Dental, we chart every patient's teeth to track their oral health, monitor changes, and plan any necessary treatments—ensuring proactive and personalized care.

X-Rays

At Lyons Dental, we use low-radiation digital X-rays to detect hidden issues between teeth, under fillings, or in roots and bone. We recommend X-rays only when necessary for a thorough diagnosis.

Cleaning & Polishing your Teeth

At Lyons Dental, most check-ups include a professional clean, polish, and fluoride treatment to remove plaque, strengthen teeth, and prevent decay

A Visual Check

Teeth Charting

X-Rays

Cleaning & Polishing your Teeth

What happens after your check-up?

Following your examination, our expert doctors will provide you with informative feedback, and recommendations for the care & treatment of your teeth. If you require any additional services our staff can provide different options based on your needs, provide a quote for treatment & make plans to carry out this treatment in a timeframe that suits you.

We are also aware dental visits are not everyone’s cup of tea, so all of our rooms are equipped with nitrous oxide (‘happy gas’) to help make your visits a bit more comfortable if you would prefer.

We accept all health fund cards & process the health fund payments at each appointment, saving you the hassle of following up these payments yourselves.

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Our Team

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Meet Our staff

Each doctor brings experience and passion for patient care, ensuring you receive tailored treatment. Meet our friendly experts dedicated to making your smile their priority.

Franca

Practice Manager

Rhiannon

Senior Nurse

Ava

Nurse

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282B Lyons Road Russell Lea NSW 2046

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Why Should I Choose Lyons Dental?

We love our community. We are a local, family run business, and taking care of our local families is important to us. We treat our patients how we would like to be treated ourselves, and are honest & caring in our treatment approach. We understand that for many people visiting the dentist is not their favourite thing, so we aim to make patients as comfortable as possible throughout. We offer a wide variety of treatment options & always take the time to explain everything thoroughly. (And welcome any follow up questions!)

We are not a big chain dental company, but do accept all health funds. We also process the health fund payments at each appointment, saving you the hassle of following up these payments yourselves.

Here at Lyons Dental we are proud to offer a wide variety of dental services for all ages, tailored to your personal requirements. These services include checkups, x-rays, emergency treatments, restorations, crowns & bridges, veneers, dentures, implants, root canal therapy, extractions, teeth straightening & whitening (among others!)

At Lyons Dental we focus on preventative dentistry. We prefer to prevent problems from occurring & to fix little problems earlier, as it is usually much simpler (& cheaper!) to do so before they have a chance to become big problems. A lot can change in 6 months! Especially when it comes to teeth – they are always working hard! Therefore a regular 6 monthly dental check-up can save you a lot of pain and expense in the long-term.
At the checkup appointments we also recommend a teeth clean to remove any build ups that have accumulated in the previous months.
At Lyons Dental we accept all major Australian credit cards (eg VISA, MasterCard & AMEX), Cash, Cheque & Bank Transfer. We do not charge any surcharges for any payment type.

We also accept all health funds & are able to claim your health fund rebate at the time of your appointment, saving you the hassel of following up these payments yourself.

At Lyons dental our patient’s comfort is our top priority. We aim to make éveryone feel welcome & safe in our clinic. All of our staff are friendly, empathetic and caring. We use clear communication & explanations to help minimise the fear associated with seeing the dentist. We also make sure to use topical & local anaesthetics, as well as nitrous oxide (happy gas) as required to ensure effective pain management. And a good distraction never hurts – our surgeries all have TVs on the ceiling to take your mind off whatever may be happening in your mouth! (A clear favourite with our kids!)

We’d love to see you! To make an appointment or for any enquiries feel free to give one of our friendly staff a call on 97121575 or email us at reception@lyonsdental.com.au. Or simply send an enquiry through our website.

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