About us:
Dr. Pepper Dental is located in the heart of The Junction, just a short stroll from the beach!
Dr. Pepper Dental is a well-established, family run clinic that focuses on providing the latest and best dental care to every patient. With decades worth of experience, Dr. Pepper has studied all areas of dentistry but has a focus on improving knowledge in the community about the importance of oral hygiene.
Every smile is as unique as the individual person who owns it; therefore, we offer a variety of treatments, from general dentistry to cosmetic dentistry and will give you the quality time needed to customise your treatment plan to meet your expectations.
The staff are highly trained and experienced and will go above and beyond to ensure everyone is feeling safe and calm in a modern environment to help put your mind at ease. Our goal is to change the way that people feel about dentistry, because we realise it can be overwhelming for a lot of our patients.
Whether you are looking at improving your smile, having routine work done or getting your tooth ache sorted, Dr. Pepper is the place for you.
Remember, we are the Dr. Pepper that’s good for your teeth!
Our Services
Our Services
Here at Dr. Pepper Dental we offer a wide range of dentistry while using modern equipment & techniques. We do all aspects of dentistry; including Family & General Dentistry, Preventative, Restorative Dentistry, Cosmetic, Orthodontics & even Sleep Dentistry!
Preventive Care:
At Dr. Pepper’s Dental, we are passionate about oral hygiene and preventative dental care. We recommend having your teeth cleaned at the dentist every 6 – 12 months. This is a procedure where we remove the excess build-up of plaque and stains on the teeth that your regular toothbrush cannot remove.
Crowns:
Crowns can be used for several different reasons. They are often used to replace broken or brittle teeth, to ‘cap’ a tooth following Root Canal Therapy, or even to improve aesthetics and give you a smile that you dream of. Crowns go over the remaining tooth and are made from porcelain, zirconia, gold, or even a combination of these materials.
Teeth Whitening:
Over the years, the simple enjoyment of coffee, tea or red wine can leave our teeth stained resulting in a dull, yellow smile. We can change the appearance of this smile! We offer take home whitening systems. These are incredibly easy because the trays are universal so will fit pretty much everyone’s mouth. The hydrogen peroxide gel is already inside the tray as well, so no more squeezing out the gel into your trays and creating a mess. It’s as simple as popping the trays in your mouth and leaving them in for half an hour a day.
Restorations:
Restorations are placed to restore broken or decayed teeth. The process involves removing the damaged part of the tooth or the decay and then re-filling the tooth with a filling material. It is important to keep up with your regular check-up and cleans to prevent the need for fillings and to spot the early signs of decay.
Bridges:
A bridge is a very similar concept and procedure to having a crown done. However, a bridge is used to replace a tooth or fill a gap from having one or more missing teeth. This will provide you with a permanent and functional tooth and is a great alternative to dental implants or dentures. A bridge typically is made up of two or more crowns that are fixed together and cemented onto teeth adjacent to the gap.
General Anaesthetic:
We understand that for some people, a trip to the dentist is a very overwhelming and scary time. We also understand that due to the anxiety associated with visiting the dentist it often results in oral hygiene being neglected and causing further issues. That is why we offer a general anaesthetic service. This service is done every fortnight in Newcastle Private Hospital, where you can go to sleep and have all your dental treatment completed whilst you are asleep. Dr Pepper has done the general anaesthetics for many years so is very experienced in this area. An initial consultation in clinic is required before we can organise the general anaesthetic.
Extractions:
Sometimes a tooth cannot be saved and therefore will require extraction. We understand that this can be a stressful and scary procedure to have done, but our staff are highly trained and experienced to ensure you are as comfortable as possible. You will be given care instructions on how to look after your extraction socket at home; however we are always here if you have any concerns or questions.
Veneers:
Veneers are thin coverings of either Porcelain or Composite Resin that is bonded to the enamel of the tooth. A Veneer is often used cosmetically to improve the aesthetics of your smile and often used as an alternative to a crown. The veneer procedure is very simple, therefore are a very popular procedure to transform the overall appearance of a smile. Prior to treatment, ask our dentist for a trial demonstration.
Orthodontics:
Orthodontics are used to correct the teeth and jaws by repositioning teeth and treating irregularities of the jaw. Teeth that don’t align are often hard to clean and are at a higher risk of decay. We offer both Invisalign and traditional braces. After orthodontic work is completed, it is then recommended having a permanent retainer which will prevent your teeth from moving back to the original position that they started in. This can either be a wire that is glued to the back of your teeth, or a removable appliance that must be worn every night. Orthodontics can be for anyone wanting to straighten their teeth and is a way to create a naturally, beautiful smile from children to adults.
Dentures:
Dentures are a very common dental appliance used to replace missing teeth and surrounding tissues in the mouth. There are two common styles of denture made from either acrylic or a chrome material. Replacing missing teeth will improve eating, digesting, speech, the structure of your face and of course your smile.
Implants:
Dental implants are designed to provide a foundation for replacement of teeth to achieve a natural looking smile. The goal of a dental implant is to look, feel and function as a normal tooth would. A dental implant is effectively an artificial root which is inserted into the jawbone, which is placed into the site of the missing tooth or teeth. A crown is then placed on top of this to match your remaining teeth in the mouth.
Root Canal Therapy:
We all hear the term ‘Root Canal Therapy’ and associate it with a scary or painful procedure. However, that is just a common misconception. The aim of Root Canal Therapy is to relieve pain associated with a particular tooth and consists of minimal discomfort. Root Canal Therapy is a procedure done to save a tooth where the nerve system inside has died. This is commonly caused from aggressive decay reaching the nerve of the tooth and causing an infection. After a tooth has had a Root Canal Therapy, it can make the tooth brittle. We encourage having a crown placed on this tooth to give it extra strength & to prevent damage in the future.
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Frequently Asked Questions:
How often should I have my teeth cleaned at the dentist?
We recommend having your teeth professionally cleaned at the dentist every 6 - 12 months. The hard build up on your teeth can make them feel furry and can not be removed with your regular toothbrush.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes! We have both AfterPay & ZipPay in clinic to use.
What age should I bring my child to the dentist for the first time?
We do recommend that you start bringing your children to the dentist at around the 2 - 3 year old stage. This is so we can familiarise them with the dental environment & get them use to it from a young age.
I am very anxious about dental treatment, is there a way I can have this done?
We can understand how overwhelming it is for patients to attend the dentist and have dental treatment done. For this reason we run a General Anaesthetic list every fortnight, so you can go to sleep and have your treatment done.
