In years gone by one of the most traumatizing incidents in one's life, was a visit to the dentist. With technological advances in diagnostics and treatments that dread is a thing of the past. In a revolutionary advance Duxton Dental makes the dental visit even more comfortable. Because they educate their patients on the advantages of pro active dentistry rather than the standard reactive dentistry that most people are used to.

 

In other words, the patient's mouth is assessed before they are driven to the dentist with toothache or a broken tooth or filling. The patient doesn't wait for something to go wrong, he or she pre-empts the situation by having the dentist assess areas that may cause trouble and then recommend treatment, to prevent the upsetting event of needing emergency dental treatment.

 

This is one of Duxton Dentals main points of difference, says Kerri Coombes, who is the patient co-ordinator for the practice. In this way not only is discomfort prevented, but as much of the natural tooth as possible is preserved.

 

Kerri adds "It's most peoples wish to keep their natural teeth for their lifetime. The treatment process we advocate is a comprehensive examination, followed by a full treatment plan written by the dentist.

 

The treatment plan explains the recommended treatment options in detail as well as the costs involved, to return the patients mouth to 100% health, function and aesthetics.

 

As Patient Co-ordinator I explain this treatment to the patient and answer any questions they may have. We are then able to schedule the treatment over a period of time in a relaxed manner and make financial arrangements to suit the patient."

 

Many times patients will say, when faced with an emergency treatment, 'Oh I haven't saved the money for it...it's so unexpected...' At Duxton Dental you will know in advance what treatment is necessary and at what cost so you can budget for any procedures which may need doing, before any unnecessary deterioration of the tooth has taken place.

 

How does it work?

What happens on the first visit is that the patient spends 10 minutes with Kerri as Patient Co-ordinator. She'll run through a fully confidential medical and dental history form, a full jaw scan will be taken, then she'll take you through to the dentist, who will perform a comprehensive oral examination using a diagnostic laser, digital x-rays and digital photos. Approximately one week later Kerri will present a full treatment plan written for you by the dentist; there is no charge for this presentation.

 

You are then able to make informed decisions on treatments following recommendations from the dentist and with access to diagnostic information attained at the examination.

 

Your treatment will be spread out over a period of time and in the knowledge that, in a relaxed manner, you will be working toward the ideal of returning your mouth to optimal condition.

With financial arrangements tailored around what you can afford and presented to you before any procedures are instituted, you are able to make provision for any treatment required.

 

 

Duxton Dental's mission statement is:

 

To provide excellent dental care and service in a friendly professional environment.

 

To have a strong commitment to the knowledge and use of the advances in dentistry and their practical implications, including providing superior materials and the latest technology.

 

To endeavor to provide the patient with all the relevant information for them to make informed treatment decisions.