Tap any service to see how we can help.
Brighter teeth for events.
FillingsTooth-coloured, invisible.
Root Canal & CrownSave the natural tooth.
Dental ImplantsPermanent tooth replacement.
ExtractionsWisdom teeth too.
SedationFor nervous patients.
MouthguardsCustom-fit protection.
ConsultationNot sure? Start here.
View all servicesSee the full list.
If your last clean feels like ages ago, or your gums bleed when you brush — you're in the right place. Humzah and Nadim, our two oral health therapists, both perform gentle, thorough deep cleans under Dr Belal Aly's clinical oversight.
A deep clean (also called scaling and root planing, or periodontal cleaning) is a thorough cleaning that goes below the gum line to remove hardened tartar and bacteria that a regular scale and polish can't reach. It's the standard treatment for early to moderate gum disease (gingivitis and mild periodontitis), and it's typically performed by an oral health therapist with local anaesthetic for comfort.
Periodontists complete an additional 3-year specialty training after dental school. They handle the most advanced gum disease cases — severe bone loss, regenerative surgery, complex implant cases — and their fees reflect that level of expertise. If a specialist has recommended you to them, that recommendation is usually well-founded.
Some patients have advanced periodontitis with significant bone loss, recession requiring grafting, or complex medical history that makes specialist care the right call. We refer to specialist periodontists in those cases — and we'll tell you honestly if that's where you should be.
For most patients with moderate buildup, occasional gum bleeding, or early-stage gum disease, an in-house deep clean by an oral health therapist is the appropriate level of care.
Typical range for a complete deep clean at Berala Dental, depending on severity and how many appointments are needed (1 to 4 visits).
Most extras-level health funds contribute toward periodontal treatment. We process claims via HICAPS on the spot — you only pay any gap.
Every deep clean at Berala Dental follows the same evidence-based protocol. We don't skip steps and we don't rush — that's how we get a thorough, comfortable result.
We take detailed photos of your teeth and gums using a small intraoral camera. You see exactly what we see — buildup, inflammation, recession, anything we're concerned about. No guesswork, no jargon, just clear visuals on the screen so you understand the starting point.
We measure the depth of the small pockets between your gums and teeth at six points around every tooth. Healthy pockets are 1-3mm. Anything deeper signals gum disease. The perio chart gives us — and you — an objective baseline to track improvement against.
Using current periodontology guidelines, we classify your situation by stage (severity, 1 to 4) and grade (rate of progression, A to C). This isn't to scare you — it's so you understand exactly where you sit and what the goal is. Most of our patients are stage 1 or 2, which responds beautifully to deep cleaning.
We numb the area with local anaesthetic so the cleaning is completely comfortable. Then your oral health therapist (either Humzah or Nadim — both equally trained for this) uses ultrasonic scalers and fine hand instruments to remove hardened tartar from below the gum line and smooth the root surfaces so plaque has nothing to cling to. Depending on severity, we do this in one long visit or split it across 2-4 shorter ones — whatever's easier on you.
A deep clean only works long-term if home care does too. We sit down with you and walk through your specific risk areas, brushing technique, flossing or interdental brushes, and any habits to change. No lectures — just practical advice tailored to your mouth.
Three months after your deep clean, you come back for a check. We re-measure your perio chart, take fresh photos, and compare against the baseline. Most patients see significant improvement: less bleeding, shallower pockets, healthier gum tone. We then plan whether 3-monthly maintenance or a return to standard 6-monthly cleans is right for you.
Both equally qualified to perform your deep clean, working under Dr Belal Aly's clinical oversight.
Oral Health Therapist. AHPRA-registered. Trained in periodontal care, scaling and root planing.
Oral Health Therapist. AHPRA-registered. Trained in periodontal care, scaling and root planing.
Three months is the sweet spot for assessing healing. Gum tissue takes about that long to fully respond to a deep clean, and the same time frame is when bacteria can start to repopulate if home care isn't on point.
We re-chart, re-photograph, and compare. You see the improvement on screen. If pockets have shrunk and bleeding has reduced, we celebrate and plan maintenance. If certain areas are stubborn, we focus on them specifically rather than starting from scratch.
At Berala Dental, a complete deep clean (scaling and root planing) typically ranges from $850 to $1,200, depending on severity and the number of appointments needed (1 to 4 visits). Most extras-level health fund policies contribute toward periodontal treatment. Specialist periodontists generally charge more, reflecting their additional 3-year specialty training and more complex caseload.
Not always. Most patients with early to moderate gum disease respond well to deep cleaning by an oral health therapist in a general dental practice. Specialist periodontists are essential for advanced cases — severe bone loss, regenerative surgery, or complex medical situations. At Berala Dental, we'll honestly tell you if you'd benefit more from a specialist referral, and we won't try to treat something that's beyond our scope.
No. We perform every deep clean with local anaesthetic so the area is completely numb. You'll feel pressure and movement, but no sharp pain. Some mild gum tenderness for 1-3 days afterward is normal — like the feeling after a workout. Happy gas (nitrous oxide) sedation is available for nervous patients.
It depends on severity. A mild case might be done in one 60-90 minute visit. Moderate cases are usually split into 2 visits (one for each side of the mouth). More severe cases might need 3-4 quadrant-by-quadrant visits over a few weeks to allow each area to heal before treating the next.
A regular scale and clean works above the gum line on healthy or near-healthy gums. A deep clean goes below the gum line to clean tartar from the root surfaces — necessary when gum disease has caused the gums to detach slightly from the teeth, creating deeper pockets that trap bacteria. Deep cleans take longer, usually need anaesthetic, and follow a structured staging protocol.
Most patients only need one course of deep cleaning, followed by 3-monthly or 6-monthly maintenance cleans (depending on individual risk). The goal is to get your gums back to a healthy state, then maintain that state with regular care. Patients with chronic periodontitis may need ongoing 3-monthly maintenance long-term — we'll plan this individually based on your perio chart at the 3-month review.
Berala Dental serves patients from Berala, Auburn, Lidcombe, Regents Park, Granville, Parramatta, Strathfield, Homebush, Bankstown, Yagoona, Birrong, Sefton, Greenacre and across Sydney's Inner West. We're at 184 Woodburn Road, Berala — a 5-minute walk from Berala Station on the T3 line, with free street parking.
Book a deep clean with Humzah or Nadim — both oral health therapists are equally trained for this. We'll take photos, chart your gums, and give you an honest assessment — no scare tactics, no upsells.
If your last clean feels like ages ago, or your gums bleed when you brush — you're in the right place. Nadim and Humzah, our two oral health therapists, both perform gentle, thorough deep cleans under Dr Belal Aly's clinical oversight.
A deep clean (also called scaling and root planing, or periodontal cleaning) is a thorough cleaning that goes below the gum line to remove hardened tartar and bacteria that a regular scale and polish can't reach. It's the standard treatment for early to moderate gum disease (gingivitis and mild periodontitis), and it's typically performed by an oral health therapist with local anaesthetic for comfort.
Periodontists complete an additional 3-year specialty training after dental school. They handle the most advanced gum disease cases — severe bone loss, regenerative surgery, complex implant cases — and their fees reflect that level of expertise. If a specialist has recommended you to them, that recommendation is usually well-founded.
For most patients with moderate buildup or early-stage gum disease, an in-house deep clean by an oral health therapist is the appropriate level of care.
Typical range for a complete deep clean at Berala Dental, depending on severity and how many appointments are needed (1 to 4 visits).
Most extras-level health funds contribute toward periodontal treatment. We process claims via HICAPS on the spot — you only pay any gap.
Every deep clean at Berala Dental follows the same evidence-based protocol. We don't skip steps and we don't rush — that's how we get a thorough, comfortable result.
We take detailed photos of your teeth and gums using a small intraoral camera. You see exactly what we see — buildup, inflammation, recession. No guesswork, no jargon.
We measure pocket depths between gums and teeth at six points around every tooth. Healthy is 1-3mm. Anything deeper signals gum disease. The chart is your objective baseline.
Using current periodontology guidelines, we classify your situation by stage (severity, 1-4) and grade (rate of progression, A-C). Most patients are stage 1 or 2.
We numb the area first so it's completely comfortable. Your therapist (Nadim or Humzah — both equally trained) uses ultrasonic scalers and hand instruments to remove tartar and smooth the root surfaces.
A deep clean only works long-term if home care does too. We walk through your specific risk areas, brushing technique, and any habits to change. Practical, tailored, no lectures.
Three months later you come back. We re-measure your perio chart, take fresh photos, and compare against the baseline. Most patients see significant improvement.
Both Nadim Elhami and Humzah Aly are AHPRA-registered oral health therapists with Bachelor of Oral Health degrees from the University of Sydney. They work under Dr Belal Aly's clinical oversight.
Whoever's available when you book is the right person to see — they're trained to the same standard for this treatment.
Oral Health Therapist. AHPRA-registered. Trained in periodontal care, scaling and root planing.
Oral Health Therapist. AHPRA-registered. Trained in periodontal care, scaling and root planing.
Three months is the sweet spot for assessing healing. Gum tissue takes about that long to fully respond to a deep clean, and the same time frame is when bacteria can start to repopulate if home care isn't on point.
We re-chart, re-photograph, and compare. You see the improvement on screen. If pockets have shrunk and bleeding has reduced, we celebrate and plan maintenance. If certain areas are stubborn, we focus on them specifically rather than starting from scratch.
At Berala Dental, a complete deep clean (scaling and root planing) typically ranges from $850 to $1,200, depending on severity and the number of appointments needed (1 to 4 visits). Most extras-level health fund policies contribute toward periodontal treatment. Specialist periodontists generally charge more, reflecting their additional 3-year specialty training and more complex caseload.
Not always. Most patients with early to moderate gum disease respond well to deep cleaning by an oral health therapist in a general dental practice. Specialist periodontists are essential for advanced cases — severe bone loss, regenerative surgery, or complex medical situations. We'll honestly tell you if you'd benefit more from a specialist referral.
No. We perform every deep clean with local anaesthetic so the area is completely numb. You'll feel pressure and movement, but no sharp pain. Some mild gum tenderness for 1-3 days afterward is normal — like the feeling after a workout. Happy gas (nitrous oxide) sedation is available for nervous patients.
It depends on severity. A mild case might be done in one 60-90 minute visit. Moderate cases are usually split into 2 visits. More severe cases might need 3-4 quadrant-by-quadrant visits over a few weeks to allow each area to heal before treating the next.
A regular scale and clean works above the gum line on healthy or near-healthy gums. A deep clean goes below the gum line to clean tartar from the root surfaces — necessary when gum disease has caused gums to detach slightly from teeth, creating deeper pockets that trap bacteria.
Most extras-level health fund policies contribute toward periodontal treatment. The exact rebate depends on your fund, your policy level, and any annual limits remaining. We process claims via HICAPS on the spot, and are happy to run a quotation prior to commencing treatment.
Most patients only need one course of deep cleaning, followed by 3-monthly or 6-monthly maintenance cleans depending on individual risk. The goal is to get your gums back to a healthy state, then maintain that state with regular care.
Berala Dental serves patients from Berala, Auburn, Lidcombe, Regents Park, Granville, Parramatta, Strathfield, Homebush, Bankstown, Yagoona, Birrong, Sefton, Greenacre and across Sydney's Inner West.
Book a deep clean with Humzah or Nadim. We'll take photos, chart your gums, and give you an honest assessment — no scare tactics, no upsells.