Most people consult a Dentist Melbourne only when they encounter a dental problem. This situation is commonly referred to as “crisis treatment”. We usually recommend for a “preventive treatment.” Most patients are of the assumption that they are saving money on their minor dental problems, but less are they aware that it often ends up costing them more money and time. Most dental problems do not show any symptoms until it reaches the advanced stages, e.g. tooth decay. Tooth decay does not show any signs of pain until it affects the nerves of the tooth. If this symptom was detected early by a Dentist Melbourne during your dental visits, you could have prevented a root canal treatment.