Comprehensive Dental Cleans and Exams in Dunedin

At Bell Hill Dental, our philosophy is that every day can be a joy when you love serving patients as much as we do. Dr Elaine Neill has served the Dunedin community since 1995, and for over 25 years, has provided the highest quality dentistry and service for our patients. Our treatments are individualised and live up to the highest standards in technology and practice without sacrificing the warmth and reassurance of a clinic and staff who strive to be the best in service, comfort and follow-up.

Your First Dental Exam: A Peerless, Comprehensive Assessment

When you visit our clinic as a new patient, your initial dental exam in Dunedin will begin with a thorough examination of your whole mouth, including:

• Oral Cancer Screening
• Periodontal (Gum) Health Assessment
• Bite and Jaw Joint Evaluation
• Detailed Tooth Examination

Following the dental exam, our team will provide you with a personalised, customised treatment plan. We'll work together to achieve your oral health goals in a timeframe that suits you. Our thorough approach is a signature of our service and commitment, ensuring an on-time, stress-free, and pain-free environment tailored to your individual circumstances.

At the end of this comprehensive dental exam, we will present a therapy plan with options intended to secure your long-term oral health. We will organise our recommendations into urgent and medium-term advised treatments, and discuss your long-term smile goals. Everything in our plan is in plain English, fully involving you in all treatment decisions, including discussions concerning costs and payment options.

Gum disease is an infection in the tissues enclosing and supporting your teeth. The primary cause of gum disease is plaque. Plaque is an increasing film of bacteria that accumulates on your tooth surfaces and may reach areas below the gum line. Plaque eventually hardens into tartar, which irritates and infects the gums.

You may not even be aware that your condition is progressing, but you should look out for these signs of gum disease:

• Irritation, redness, and swelling of your gums
• Gums that bleed when you brush and floss
• Chronic and unmanageable bad breath
• Loose permanent teeth with signs of separation
• Gum recession

The only way to know that gums are healthy is with regular dental exams and cleans, and diligent home care. 

Bell Hill Dental Hygienists: Your Experts for Professional Dental Cleans

We are lucky to have three of the most experienced hygienists in Dunedin in our hygiene department. Dental hygiene is a vital part of our commitment to total care for our patients.  Good oral health is based on the foundation of healthy gums. 

Our hygienists are registered health professionals that seek to prevent periodontal (gum) diseases, provide treatment for existing gum problems, and assist people in maintaining an optimum level of oral health through down-to-earth treatment and advice on home care. 

They will guide you through individualised instructions to help you prevent gum disease and tooth decay, and are meticulous at scaling and polishing.  They administer and advise on tooth whitening and apply preventive agents to teeth and gums to prevent gum disease and tooth decay. 

With correct home care and regular monitoring, our dental hygienists in Dunedin can help you maintain your teeth for the rest of your life.

The work our hygienists do is vital, but maintaining your oral health between appointments is up to you! The single most important habit is flossing correctly.

To help you get the maximum benefit from your home care routine, we've created a short, simple tutorial. Learn the correct technique to remove plaque and prevent gum disease from the comfort of your home.

If you have any further questions about your daily routine, our Dunedin hygienists are always happy to provide personalised tips during your next dental clean and exam.

While routine dental exams and cleans are the cornerstone of preventative care, we also provide a full range of other dental services in Dunedin, including:

• Restoring broken and decayed teeth with white amalgam-free restorations.
• Root canal therapy, crowns, bridges, mouthguards and dentures.
• ACC treatments for cases of dental trauma.

The most important thing to know is that your treatment will always be prompt, precise and provided to the highest standards.

Treatment Without Judgement at Bell Hill Dental

The team at Bell Hill Dental in Dunedin understand that multiple factors impact the current state of any patient’s teeth. We know life throws a lot at us, and we appreciate the years that your teeth have been functioning for you. We all go through times when we care for our teeth and health in not ideal ways. The important thing is to take that first step to book an appointment to put it right again and ensure optimal oral health.