An up to date medical history is essential to ensure you are treated safely in the dental setting. If you have recently commenced any new or different prescription medications, please alert our friendly staff at your next appointment.

We will be closed Tuesday the 6th Novemeber for the Mebourne cup public holiday and reopen Wednesday the 7th of Novemeber at 8:30am.
We look forward to seeing your smiling faces on Wednesday!
You can call the practice on (03) 5134 1311 to make an appointment for Wednesday.

Complement your outfit with a beautiful smile
Look your best this spring racing carnival with a winning smile. You may be a candidate for our Zoom bleaching teeth whitening system.
Call us on (03) 5134 1311 to make an appointment today to see what we can do for you.

Dental Implant
When considering the alternatives to replacing a lost natural tooth, by far the most aesthetic and functional option is a dental implant. Dental implants are positioned where the root of the former tooth was located. They are literally fused to the bone and support a porcelain crown which can either be cemented or screwed into the implant depending on the case.
There are usually two phases to the treatment plan. Firstly, the implant is placed and allowed to fuse with bone a process referred to as osseointegration. Once this has occurred, the porcelain crown is constructed, being fully customised to the implant and the neighbouring teeth.
Dental implants are a viable option for most teeth that have been lost, although there may be some exceptions. The quality and quantity of the bone available is very important, together with certain anatomical structures that may limit what can be done. We are always happy to evaluate patients who are considering a quality alternative to replacing missing teeth.
You can contact our surgery on (03) 5134 1311 for more information and to book a consultation with Dr Caprara.

ADAVB convention
Dr Caprara will be attending the Australian Dental Association’s convention this Friday the 10th of August until Saturday the 11th of August to see the latest dental products available in Australia. Reception at the surgery will still be operating as normal today if you would like to make an appointment for the following week.
Call us on (03) 5134 1311 to make an appointment or to speak to our friendly staff.

Dental Health Week
Dental Health Week, which takes place in the first full week of August, is the Australian Dental Association’s major annual oral health promotion campaign. Its aim is to educate Australians about the importance of maintaining good oral health in every aspect of their lives.

SCHOOL HOLIDAYS FAST APPROACHING
With school holidays fast approaching now is the perfect time to book your children in for a general dental check-up. Some children will be eligible for Medicare’s Child Dental Benefit Schedule. The Medicare Child Dental Benefits Schedule covers a broad range of basic dental services.
You can call our friendly staff on (03) 5134 1311 to see if your child is eligible.

Sports Mouthguard
Do you play contact sports? Do you have a properly fitted mouthguard? A professionally fitted mouthguard is vital to protect your teeth against the danger that can be sustained as a result of a blow or heavy contact. Our mouthguards are comfortable and allow for clear communication as well as coming in variety of colours. Schedule an appointment for mouthguard impressions so you can safeguard your smile.
Call us today on (03) 5134 1311 to make an appointment.

World Oral Health Day
Today is World Oral Health Day!
Your mouth is a mirror to your body and reflects your general health and well-being.
Avoid risk factors, adopt good oral hygiene habits and have regular dental check-ups to help protect your mouth and body.
For more information on World Oral health day visit http://www.worldoralhealthday.org/

Same Policy. Same Treatment. Same Rebate.
The way private health insurers treat people using dental and allied health services is not fair. The ADA is working to change this situation.