Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How can we help you?
Welcome to HD Dental Studio, your local Mount Gravatt Central dental practice.
The team at HD Dental Studio firmly believes that patients who are well informed about their oral health make better decisions about recommended treatments—and enjoy better overall oral health. We will never rush you through dental appointments while you are here; we want to take as much time as needed to thoroughly explain proper oral care and available treatments. We love talking about oral health—and we enjoy answering your enquiries.
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Do you provide onsite parking?
Yes, we have 2 parking spots at the rear of the building designated for our patients, the carpark entrance is via Tenby Street. There are also plenty of street parking around the practice.
Weekend Access
During our weekend opening hours, public access to the building will only be accessible via the back from the carpark. If arriving on foot, please follow the nearest alleyway next to the front entrance on Logan Road, it’ll take you around the building to the back entrance. If you need further assistance, please don’t hesitate to give our friendly staff a call on 07 3849 2711 and we will be able to help you.
I have anxiety about visiting the dentist, how can you help?
We understand sometimes you may feel anxious about a dental appointment. It is completely normal and we will do our best to help you in every way we can. Please let one of our team members know if this is something that concerns you, open discussion will ensure we can tailor our services to your personalised dental needs.
Our dentists are gentle natured and experienced, they will take the time to explain any questions you may have. We have also invested in new state of the art technologies such as EMS Airflow machine for dental cleans; they are designed to be less invasive and create less sensitivity when compared to more traditional cleans done by ultrasonic scaler tips. It will be like a spa treatment on your teeth!
I have concerns about COVID-19, are there still measures in place to minimise transmission?
While COVID-19 is no longer the main headline news in the media. We continue to live with the virus in the community at large. Therefore, we at HD Dental Studio still practise most of the increased infection controls that were placed during the height of the pandemic as we continue to provide you with the highest level of care.
Being a dental clinic, we have high standards on how we perform infection control. This includes measures such as, but are not limited to, masks are worn by our practitioners and staff during treatment, strict adherence to infection control guidelines, and we continue to offer readily available hand sanitisers to our patients on entry. The dental chairs are wiped down and disinfected frequently throughout the day including beginning and end of the day, and between patient appointments. Strict sterilisation is adhered to ensure instruments are sterile, clean, and safe to use on our patients.
We understand all patients are unique and have individual needs when it comes to looking after your health. If you require extra precautions from us for your personalised needs, we’d love to hear from you and advise on how we can accommodate to your needs.
What languages do you offer other than English?
Dr Daniel Hu was born and raised in Brisbane, however having spent some early childhood years living in Taiwan and studied Japanese extensively during high school in Australia, he is fluent in both Mandarin and Japanese.
If you feel more comfortable conversing in Mandarin or Japanese, please get in touch with us via email at info@hddental.com.au or the contact form, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Is cosmetic dentistry affordable?
Our goal is to help you not only have a healthy smile but a beautiful smile you love to show the world. With today’s modern cosmetic dentistry, there are many affordable ways to improve the look of the smile to fit a variety of budgets.
Dental Assessment
The first step is to talk to you about your smile goals. Dr Paul Trembath will complete a dental assessment at the start of your appointment and discuss recommendations for any required treatment. These recommendations will be customised to your individual needs following the initial assessment.
Some of the cosmetic ways we can improve your smile include:
- Teeth whitening
- Cosmetic bonding
- Porcelain veneers
- Dental crowns
- Tooth-coloured fillings
If you have functional issues with your teeth or if you are missing teeth, we can also go over options for tooth replacement, including dental implants, dental bridges and dentures.
We are more than happy to discuss all your options and related costs. At HD Dental Studio, we will work with—keeping your budget in mind—and design a treatment plan that can help you achieve the smile you have always wanted.
We Look Forward to Hearing From You
We welcome your call to our Mount Gravatt, QLD dental clinic so we can go over your options.
Dental Implants
How long does it take to get a dental implant?
The entire process of getting a dental implant takes place over a period of several months. The implant surgery itself doesn’t take very much time, but time is needed for the implant to fully integrate into the jawbone.
Dental Implant Process in Mount Gravatt
Here’s how the process works:
- If your dentist determines you have adequate bone density and you are free of gum disease, you can have the implants placed. It is fairly common to have the implant placed immediately after your tooth is extracted. You can ask your dentist if this will be your scenario as well.
- Once we place the dental implant, it takes about three to six months for the implant to permanently integrate with your jawbone. This is called ‘osseointegration.’
- After full integration occurs with the jawbone, your permanent crown will be placed onto the implant abutment.
Although the dental implant process takes place over a period of several months, your implant is designed to last for a lifetime with proper care. Dental implants are generally considered to be the gold standard when it comes to tooth replacement. With permanent dental implants, you will have no food restrictions so you can eat all of your favourites. Caring for them is easy as well; simply brush and floss as you normally would and visit your dentist twice each year for check-ups and cleans.
For more information on dental implants, contact our Mount Gravatt, QLD dental clinic.
General Dentistry
What will happen at my first visit to HD Dental Studio?
When you first enter our Mount Gravatt, QLD dental clinic, you’ll be greeted by one of our friendly team members. We will ask that you come a few minutes early to complete your new patient paperwork while you are here. Alternatively, you can complete the paperwork ahead of time. In that case, you’ll simply check-in to reception on arrival and wait a few moments until one of our team members brings you to the treatment area. We run appointments quite promptly, so you’ll seldom have to wait for more than a moment or two.
Your First Appointment at Our Mount Gravatt Clinic
Dr Paul Trembath and Dr Daniel Hu will go over your oral health, reviewing your medical history and finding out if you have any questions or issues you would like to discuss. Then they’ll conduct a tooth-by-tooth examination to assess your teeth and gums. Also included is an examination of the soft tissues of the mouth, looking for anything that looks outside of the norm.
They may recommend x-rays to see beyond what they can see in a visual exam. An x-ray will enable them to spot issues while they are still small and easy to treat.
In most cases, you will also be scheduled for a dental clean, so we will provide a scale and polish. If, however, the dentists has detected signs of gum disease, you may be recommended to come in at a later time for a deep cleaning.
We Welcome You to Call Our Mount Gravatt Clinic
If you have questions, or if you feel anxious, we welcome your call to our Mount Gravatt, QLD dental practice. We look forward to seeing you.
Preventive Dentistry
How can I tell if my teeth are healthy? What can I do to improve my oral hygiene?
The best way to find out if your teeth and gums are healthy is to visit your dentist every six months for check-ups and cleans. Many times people are unaware of dental issues in their earliest stages because there are no symptoms present.
Importance of Regular Dental Care
For example, a small cavity in the tooth may not even be visible to the naked eye. It probably won’t cause you any problems while it’s still small. But left untreated, a small cavity will grow into a large cavity. If you continue to put off treatment, bacteria could ultimately get inside all the way down to the tooth root. Suddenly, you wake up with an unbearable toothache and discover you need a root canal.
Gum disease is another condition that develops quietly, often with no symptoms. By the time your gums are bleeding, and pockets of pus have formed, it might be too late to spare your teeth from extraction.
We Welcome Your Call to Our Mount Gravatt Clinic
The best way to improve your oral hygiene is with routine visits to the dentist. Our dentists usually recommend coming to our Mount Gravatt, QLD dental clinic every six months, although they may suggest a different frequency based on your oral health.
I have no dental pain, so how often should I visit the dentist?
It’s not uncommon for people to view routine dental visits as a ‘waste of time and money.’ After all, if you are not experiencing dental pain, why bother going to the dentist?
Benefits of Professional Dental Cleans
The reason it’s important is that preventive care is the foundation of good oral health. This means preventing problems or treating issues while they are still in their earliest stages. A tiny cavity that goes unfilled can easily turn into a decayed, infected tooth in need of a root canal. This is what can happen when people skip routine dental visits.
The cost of professional dental cleans is much less than getting a root canal—or worse, having to have a tooth extracted then replaced with a dental restoration.
Another reason to visit the dentist regularly is to keep gums healthy. Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss among adults. The problem is that you can’t know if your gums are healthy without seeing the dentist. Gum disease often develops without any signs or symptoms—until suddenly, gums are bleeding and receding, and the possibility of tooth loss looms in the near future. Gum disease can also be linked to other health problems. By maintaining your oral health you can reduce the risk and impact of many other health concerns such as pre-term pregnancy, diabetes and heart disease to name a few.
We Welcome You to Call Our Mount Gravatt Clinic
You only get one set of teeth. We recommend taking good care of them—and the team at HD Dental Studio would love to help you with that.