Smile Artistry Dental Brisbane | Phone (07) 3870 8756 | Level One, 31 Sherwood Road, Toowong Brisbane
The Smile Artistry General Dentistry Centre, Toowong, Brisbane

PH: (07) 3870 8756

Decay Management Programs

Decay Management Programs

New and exisitng areas of Dental Decay (Tooth Decay) are not healthy.  Not only does decay cause tooth sensitivity and pain, but decay weakens the healthy tooth structure, leaving teeth more susceptible to fracture.

In the modern Dental World, managing decay no longer means to just have a filling, crown, root canal or extraction.  Areas of decay can be managed by applying particular gels and liquids on teh tooth structure to help remineralise the tooth.

The Aim of a Decay Management Program
A Decay Management Program is aimed to prevent decay by assisting the structure of our teeth by altering the environment inside of our mouth.  It is basically all about reducing bacteria through good oral hygiene, reviewing local and systemic factors that lead to decay such as medications, and dry mouth.

Your Decay Management Program will begin with a 30 minute analysis of the presenting conditions of your mouth.  X-Rays will be made and a visual examination performed.  Saliva Flow, Bacteria Testing will be performed. Toothbrushing, flossing and mouthwash use will be assessed.  A Three-Four Day Diet Anaylsis will be issuedfor you to complete.

The Decay Management Results and Recommendations
Decay is not a neccessary part of life, and simple changes to lifestyle, diet and cleaning techniques can dramatically improve your mouth's exposure to decay.  It is rpeventable.

Your Program will identify areas of concern.  It will then detail to you ways in which you can decrease your exposure to decay and make recommendations on products you should use at home.   Key to preventing decay is making a committment to correcting sugar inta