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(max-width:1000px){.journey-timeline{grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr);gap:40px;}}\r\n@media (max-width:550px){.journey-timeline{grid-template-columns:1fr;gap:30px;}}\r\n\r\n.journey-line{\r\n position:absolute;top:32px;left:8%;right:8%;height:0;\r\n border-top:2px dashed var(--blush);\r\n z-index:0;\r\n}\r\n@media (max-width:1000px){.journey-line{display:none;}}\r\n\r\n.journey-step{text-align:center;position:relative;z-index:1;padding:0 10px;}\r\n.journey-step-num{\r\n width:64px;height:64px;border-radius:50%;background:var(--white);\r\n border:2px solid var(--forest);color:var(--forest);\r\n display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;margin:0 auto 22px;\r\n font-family:'Roboto',sans-serif;font-size:20px;font-weight:500;\r\n transition:all .3s ease;\r\n}\r\n.journey-step:hover .journey-step-num{background:var(--forest);color:var(--white);transform:scale(1.08);}\r\n.journey-step h3{font-size:17px;font-weight:500;margin-bottom:10px;}\r\n.journey-step p{font-size:14px;color:#666;line-height:1.6;}\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n RESULTS \/ BEFORE-AFTER\r\n ========================================================= *\/\r\n.results{background:var(--warm-white);}\r\n.results-grid{\r\n display:grid;grid-template-columns:1.1fr 1fr;gap:70px;align-items:center;\r\n}\r\n@media (max-width:900px){.results-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr;gap:50px;}}\r\n\r\n.results-visual{position:relative;}\r\n.results-ba{\r\n display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:12px;border-radius:var(--radius-lg);\r\n overflow:hidden;box-shadow:var(--shadow-lg);\r\n}\r\n.results-ba-item{\r\n aspect-ratio:3\/4;position:relative;overflow:hidden;\r\n background:var(--warm-white);\r\n}\r\n.results-ba-item img{width:100%;height:100%;object-fit:cover;}\r\n.results-ba-label{\r\n position:absolute;top:16px;left:16px;\r\n background:rgba(21,65,52,0.9);color:var(--white);\r\n padding:5px 14px;font-size:11px;letter-spacing:2px;text-transform:uppercase;\r\n font-family:'Roboto',sans-serif;font-weight:500;border-radius:4px;\r\n}\r\n.results-ba-label.after{background:rgba(204,151,130,0.95);}\r\n.results-caption{\r\n text-align:center;margin-top:20px;font-size:13px;color:var(--sage);\r\n font-family:'Roboto',sans-serif;letter-spacing:1.5px;text-transform:uppercase;\r\n}\r\n.results-content .eyebrow{display:block;margin-bottom:14px;}\r\n.results-content h2{\r\n font-size:clamp(30px, 3vw, 42px);font-weight:700;margin-bottom:22px;letter-spacing:-1px;\r\n}\r\n.results-content h2 em{font-style:italic;color:var(--blush);font-weight:300;}\r\n.results-content p{font-size:16px;line-height:1.75;color:#444;margin-bottom:18px;}\r\n.results-checklist{list-style:none;margin:28px 0;}\r\n.results-checklist li{\r\n display:flex;gap:14px;padding:10px 0;align-items:flex-start;\r\n font-size:15px;color:#333;\r\n}\r\n.results-checklist li svg{\r\n width:22px;height:22px;fill:var(--forest);flex-shrink:0;\r\n background:var(--sage-soft);border-radius:50%;padding:4px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n WHY CHOOSE ALIVA\r\n ========================================================= *\/\r\n.why{background:var(--white);}\r\n.why-grid{\r\n display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(3,1fr);gap:30px;\r\n}\r\n@media (max-width:900px){.why-grid{grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr);}}\r\n@media (max-width:600px){.why-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr;}}\r\n\r\n.why-card{\r\n padding:36px 28px;border:1px solid var(--line);border-radius:var(--radius);\r\n transition:all .35s ease;background:var(--white);\r\n}\r\n.why-card:hover{background:var(--warm-white);border-color:var(--blush);}\r\n.why-icon{\r\n width:50px;height:50px;border-radius:var(--radius-sm);\r\n background:var(--forest);display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;\r\n margin-bottom:22px;\r\n}\r\n.why-icon svg{width:24px;height:24px;fill:none;stroke:var(--white);stroke-width:1.8;}\r\n.why-card h3{font-size:18px;font-weight:500;margin-bottom:12px;}\r\n.why-card p{font-size:14.5px;color:#555;line-height:1.7;}\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n SPECIALIST \/ CONSULTATION SECTION\r\n ========================================================= *\/\r\n.specialist{background:var(--warm-white);}\r\n.specialist-grid{\r\n display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1.1fr;gap:70px;align-items:center;\r\n}\r\n@media (max-width:900px){.specialist-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr;gap:50px;}}\r\n\r\n.specialist-visual{position:relative;}\r\n.specialist-visual-main{\r\n border-radius:var(--radius-lg);overflow:hidden;\r\n aspect-ratio:4\/5;background:var(--sage-soft);\r\n position:relative;box-shadow:var(--shadow-lg);\r\n}\r\n.specialist-visual-main img{width:100%;height:100%;object-fit:cover;}\r\n.specialist-visual-deco{\r\n position:absolute;bottom:-30px;left:-30px;width:160px;height:160px;\r\n border:3px solid var(--blush);border-radius:var(--radius);z-index:-1;opacity:.5;\r\n}\r\n.specialist-visual-stamp{\r\n position:absolute;top:30px;right:-30px;\r\n background:var(--forest);color:var(--white);\r\n padding:18px 22px;border-radius:var(--radius);\r\n box-shadow:var(--shadow-lg);z-index:2;\r\n}\r\n.specialist-visual-stamp strong{\r\n display:block;font-family:'Roboto',sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-weight:500;\r\n letter-spacing:1px;line-height:1.3;margin-bottom:2px;\r\n}\r\n.specialist-visual-stamp span{\r\n font-size:11px;letter-spacing:1.5px;text-transform:uppercase;opacity:.85;\r\n}\r\n@media (max-width:900px){\r\n .specialist-visual-stamp{top:auto;bottom:20px;right:20px;}\r\n .specialist-visual-deco{width:100px;height:100px;}\r\n}\r\n\r\n.specialist-content .eyebrow{margin-bottom:14px;display:block;}\r\n.specialist-content h2{\r\n font-size:clamp(30px, 3vw, 42px);font-weight:700;\r\n margin-bottom:22px;letter-spacing:-1px;\r\n}\r\n.specialist-content h2 em{font-style:italic;color:var(--blush);font-weight:300;}\r\n.specialist-content p{font-size:16px;line-height:1.75;color:#444;margin-bottom:18px;}\r\n.specialist-credentials{\r\n display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr);gap:18px;margin:28px 0 32px;\r\n padding:24px 0;border-top:1px solid var(--line);border-bottom:1px solid var(--line);\r\n}\r\n.specialist-credentials-item{\r\n display:flex;gap:12px;align-items:flex-start;\r\n}\r\n.specialist-credentials-item svg{\r\n width:24px;height:24px;fill:none;stroke:var(--forest);stroke-width:1.8;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px;\r\n}\r\n.specialist-credentials-item strong{\r\n font-family:'Roboto',sans-serif;font-size:14.5px;font-weight:500;color:var(--forest);\r\n display:block;margin-bottom:2px;\r\n}\r\n.specialist-credentials-item span{font-size:13px;color:#666;line-height:1.5;}\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n TESTIMONIAL\r\n ========================================================= *\/\r\n.testimonial{\r\n background:var(--blush-soft);\r\n position:relative;overflow:hidden;\r\n}\r\n.testimonial::before{\r\n content:'\"';position:absolute;top:-80px;left:40px;\r\n font-family:'Roboto',serif;font-size:420px;font-weight:900;\r\n color:var(--blush);opacity:.1;line-height:1;\r\n}\r\n.testimonial-inner{\r\n max-width:900px;margin:0 auto;text-align:center;position:relative;z-index:1;\r\n}\r\n.testimonial-quote{\r\n font-family:'Roboto',sans-serif;font-size:clamp(22px, 2.4vw, 32px);font-weight:300;\r\n font-style:italic;color:var(--forest);line-height:1.5;letter-spacing:-.3px;\r\n margin-bottom:36px;\r\n}\r\n.testimonial-author{\r\n display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;gap:16px;\r\n}\r\n.testimonial-avatar{\r\n width:56px;height:56px;border-radius:50%;\r\n background:var(--sage);display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;\r\n color:var(--white);font-family:'Roboto',sans-serif;font-weight:500;font-size:18px;\r\n}\r\n.testimonial-name{text-align:left;}\r\n.testimonial-name strong{\r\n display:block;font-family:'Roboto',sans-serif;color:var(--forest);\r\n font-weight:500;font-size:16px;margin-bottom:2px;\r\n}\r\n.testimonial-name span{font-size:13px;color:var(--sage);letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;}\r\n.testimonial-rating{\r\n display:flex;justify-content:center;gap:4px;margin-bottom:24px;\r\n}\r\n.testimonial-rating svg{width:20px;height:20px;fill:var(--blush);}\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n FAQ\r\n ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\nto{transform:translateX(-50%);}}\r\nto{transform:translateX(0);}}\r\n.tmcard{width:350px;flex-shrink:0;background:var(--white);border-radius:var(--radius);padding:22px 24px;box-shadow:0 2px 18px rgba(21,65,52,0.07);border:1px solid rgba(21,65,52,0.07);}\r\n\r\n.faq{background:var(--warm-white);}\r\n.faq-wrap{max-width:900px;margin:0 auto;}\r\n.faq-item{\r\n background:var(--white);border-radius:var(--radius);margin-bottom:14px;\r\n border:1px solid var(--line);overflow:hidden;transition:all .25s ease;\r\n}\r\n.faq-item:hover{border-color:var(--blush);}\r\n.faq-item.open{border-color:var(--forest);box-shadow:var(--shadow-sm);}\r\n.faq-q{\r\n padding:22px 28px;cursor:pointer;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;gap:20px;\r\n font-family:'Roboto',sans-serif;font-weight:500;font-size:16.5px;color:var(--forest);\r\n}\r\n.faq-q-icon{\r\n width:28px;height:28px;border-radius:50%;background:var(--sage-soft);\r\n display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;flex-shrink:0;transition:all .3s ease;\r\n position:relative;\r\n}\r\n.faq-q-icon::before,\r\n.faq-q-icon::after{\r\n content:'';position:absolute;width:12px;height:2px;background:var(--forest);\r\n transition:transform .3s ease;\r\n}\r\n.faq-q-icon::after{transform:rotate(90deg);}\r\n.faq-item.open .faq-q-icon{background:var(--forest);}\r\n.faq-item.open .faq-q-icon::before,\r\n.faq-item.open .faq-q-icon::after{background:var(--white);}\r\n.faq-item.open .faq-q-icon::after{transform:rotate(0);}\r\n.faq-a{\r\n max-height:0;overflow:hidden;transition:max-height .35s ease, padding .35s ease;\r\n padding:0 28px;color:#555;line-height:1.75;font-size:15px;\r\n}\r\n.faq-item.open .faq-a{max-height:400px;padding:0 28px 24px;}\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n FINAL CTA\r\n ========================================================= *\/\r\n.cta-band{\r\n background:var(--forest);color:var(--white);position:relative;overflow:hidden;\r\n padding:100px 0;\r\n}\r\n.cta-band::before{\r\n content:'';position:absolute;top:-100px;right:-100px;width:400px;height:400px;\r\n border-radius:50%;background:rgba(204,151,130,0.12);\r\n}\r\n.cta-band::after{\r\n content:'';position:absolute;bottom:-100px;left:-100px;width:300px;height:300px;\r\n border-radius:50%;background:rgba(119,134,108,0.15);\r\n}\r\n.cta-inner{\r\n position:relative;z-index:1;text-align:center;max-width:780px;margin:0 auto;\r\n}\r\n.cta-inner .eyebrow{color:var(--blush);margin-bottom:18px;display:block;}\r\n.cta-inner h2{\r\n color:var(--white);font-size:clamp(32px, 4vw, 52px);font-weight:700;\r\n margin-bottom:24px;letter-spacing:-1px;\r\n}\r\n.cta-inner h2 em{color:var(--blush);font-style:italic;font-weight:300;}\r\n.cta-inner p{\r\n font-size:17px;line-height:1.7;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.85);\r\n margin-bottom:38px;\r\n}\r\n.cta-inner .btn-primary{background:var(--blush);color:var(--forest);}\r\n.cta-inner .btn-primary:hover{background:var(--white);color:var(--forest);}\r\n.cta-buttons{display:flex;gap:16px;justify-content:center;flex-wrap:wrap;}\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n APPOINTMENT MODAL\r\n ========================================================= *\/\r\n.modal-backdrop{\r\n position:fixed;inset:0;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.6);z-index:200;\r\n opacity:0;visibility:hidden;transition:all .3s ease;\r\n display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;padding:20px;\r\n}\r\n.modal-backdrop.open{opacity:1;visibility:visible;}\r\n.modal-box{\r\n background:var(--white);border-radius:var(--radius-lg);max-width:560px;width:100%;\r\n max-height:90vh;overflow-y:auto;transform:scale(0.95);transition:transform .3s ease;\r\n box-shadow:var(--shadow-lg);\r\n}\r\n.modal-backdrop.open .modal-box{transform:scale(1);}\r\n.modal-head{\r\n padding:26px 32px;border-bottom:1px solid var(--line);\r\n display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;\r\n}\r\n.modal-head h3{font-size:22px;font-weight:500;margin:0;}\r\n.modal-head h3 em{color:var(--blush);font-style:italic;font-weight:300;}\r\n.modal-close{background:none;border:none;cursor:pointer;padding:8px;border-radius:50%;}\r\n.modal-close:hover{background:var(--warm-white);}\r\n.modal-close svg{width:22px;height:22px;fill:var(--forest);}\r\n.modal-body{padding:28px 32px;}\r\n.f-field{margin-bottom:16px;}\r\n.f-field label{\r\n display:block;font-family:'Roboto',sans-serif;font-size:13px;font-weight:500;\r\n color:var(--forest);letter-spacing:.5px;margin-bottom:6px;\r\n}\r\n.f-field input,\r\n.f-field select,\r\n.f-field textarea{\r\n width:100%;padding:12px 14px;border:1.5px solid var(--line);border-radius:var(--radius-sm);\r\n font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-size:14.5px;color:var(--charcoal);\r\n background:var(--white);transition:border-color .25s ease;\r\n}\r\n.f-field input:focus,\r\n.f-field select:focus,\r\n.f-field textarea:focus{outline:none;border-color:var(--forest);}\r\n.f-field textarea{min-height:80px;resize:vertical;}\r\n.form-row-2{display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:14px;}\r\n@media (max-width:480px){.form-row-2{grid-template-columns:1fr;}}\r\n.btn-submit{\r\n width:100%;padding:14px;background:var(--forest);color:var(--white);border:none;\r\n font-family:'Roboto',sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-weight:500;letter-spacing:1.5px;\r\n text-transform:uppercase;border-radius:var(--radius-sm);cursor:pointer;transition:background .25s ease;\r\n}\r\n.btn-submit:hover{background:var(--charcoal);}\r\n.btn-submit:disabled{opacity:.6;cursor:not-allowed;}\r\n.form-status{min-height:20px;margin-top:12px;font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif;font-size:13.5px;text-align:center;line-height:1.5;}\r\n.form-status.success{color:var(--forest);font-weight:600;}\r\n.form-status.error{color:#B3261E;font-weight:600;}\r\nbody.modal-open{overflow:hidden;}\r\n\r\n\/* === TESTIMONIALS CAROUSEL === *\/\r\n.testimonials{background:var(--blush-soft);padding:80px 0;}\r\n.tc-head{text-align:center;margin-bottom:56px;}\r\n.tc-eyebrow{display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;gap:14px;margin-bottom:18px;}\r\n.tc-eyebrow span{font-size:11.5px;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:2.5px;text-transform:uppercase;color:var(--blush);}\r\n.tc-eyebrow::before,.tc-eyebrow::after{content:'';flex:0 0 40px;height:1px;background:var(--blush);opacity:.6;}\r\n.tc-head h2{font-family:'Roboto',sans-serif;font-size:clamp(28px,3.5vw,40px);font-weight:700;color:var(--forest);line-height:1.2;margin:0;}\r\n.tc-viewport{overflow:hidden;position:relative;}\r\n.tc-track{display:flex;transition:transform .45s cubic-bezier(.4,0,.2,1);}\r\n.tc-slide{flex:0 0 100%;display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(3,1fr);gap:24px;padding:0 4px 4px;}\r\n.tc-card{background:#fff;border-radius:14px;padding:32px 28px 28px;box-shadow:0 2px 16px rgba(0,0,0,.07);position:relative;display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:0;}\r\n.tc-card-top{display:flex;align-items:flex-start;justify-content:space-between;margin-bottom:18px;}\r\n.tc-stars{display:flex;gap:3px;}\r\n.tc-stars svg{width:17px;height:17px;fill:#FBBC05;}\r\n.tc-quote-icon{font-size:52px;line-height:.7;color:#e0e0e0;font-family:Georgia,serif;font-weight:700;user-select:none;flex-shrink:0;}\r\n.tc-text{font-size:14.5px;line-height:1.75;color:#555;font-style:italic;flex:1;margin-bottom:24px;}\r\n.tc-author{display:flex;align-items:center;gap:14px;margin-top:auto;}\r\n.tc-avatar{width:42px;height:42px;border-radius:50%;background:var(--forest);color:#fff;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;font-family:'Roboto',sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:600;flex-shrink:0;}\r\n.tc-author-info strong{display:block;font-family:'Roboto',sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;color:var(--forest);margin-bottom:2px;}\r\n.tc-author-info 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Decay & Dental Cavities<\/span><\/div>\r\n <h1 class=\"fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.1s\">Stop the decay,<br>save the <em>tooth.<\/em><\/h1>\r\n <p class=\"pghero-lead fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.2s\">Tooth decay is the world's most common dental disease \u2014 and highly preventable. Early treatment stops it before it reaches the nerve, protecting your tooth for life.<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"pghero-cta fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.3s\">\r\n <a href=\"#\" class=\"btn btn-primary\" data-open-modal=\"appointmentModal\">Book Consultation<\/a>\r\n <a href=\"#treatments\" class=\"btn btn-secondary\">Our Treatments<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"pghero-trust fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.4s\"><div class=\"pghero-trust-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 12l2 2 4-4m5 7a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><span>Early Diagnosis<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"pghero-trust-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><span>Minimally Invasive<\/span><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"pghero-trust-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 21v-2a4 4 0 00-4-4H8a4 4 0 00-4 4v2M12 11a4 4 0 100-8 4 4 0 000 8z\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><span>4,000+ Treated<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"pghero-right fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.15s\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/emblixtestingserver.com\/aliva\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/toothdecaydentalcavities-1.jpg\" alt=\"Tooth Decay & Dental Cavities at Aliva Aesthetics, Vijayawada\" onerror=\"this.parentElement.style.background='var(--sage-soft)';this.style.display='none';\">\r\n <div class=\"pghero-badge\"><div class=\"pghero-badge-num\">90%<\/div><div class=\"pghero-badge-text\">of cavities are preventable with early diagnosis and care<\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/section>\r\n<!-- ==================== INTRO SECTION ==================== -->\r\n<section class=\"section intro\"><div class=\"container\"><div class=\"intro-grid\">\r\n <div class=\"intro-visual fu\">\r\n <div class=\"intro-visual-deco\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"intro-visual-main\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/emblixtestingserver.com\/aliva\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/toothdecaydentalcavities.avif\" alt=\"Understanding Tooth Decay & Dental Cavities\" onerror=\"this.parentElement.style.background='var(--sage-soft)'\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"intro-visual-badge\"><strong>12+<\/strong><span>Years Dental Expertise<\/span><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"intro-content fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.15s\">\r\n <span class=\"eyebrow\">Understanding Tooth Decay & Dental Cavities<\/span>\r\n <h2>Decay doesn't pause \u2014 <em>early action makes all the difference.<\/em><\/h2>\r\n <p>Tooth decay begins with the acid produced by oral bacteria eroding the hard enamel surface. What starts as a small white spot progresses through the enamel, then into the soft dentine, and eventually to the pulp \u2014 causing pain, abscess, and potential tooth loss.<\/p><p>At Aliva Aesthetics, we focus on catching decay at its earliest stage. With regular screening and precise diagnosis (including digital X-rays), we treat what needs treating \u2014 minimally, accurately, and in a way that protects the maximum amount of healthy tooth structure.<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"intro-highlights\"><div class=\"intro-highlights-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M11 19a8 8 0 100-16 8 8 0 000 16zM21 21l-4.35-4.35\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><div><strong>Early Detection<\/strong><span>Digital X-rays and visual screening catch decay before pain begins.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"intro-highlights-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><div><strong>Minimal Intervention<\/strong><span>We remove only decayed tissue \u2014 healthy tooth structure is preserved.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"intro-highlights-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 12l2 2 4-4m5 7a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><div><strong>All Stages Treated<\/strong><span>From early enamel spots to deep cavity restorations.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"intro-highlights-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 8v4l3 3m6-3a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><div><strong>Prevent Tooth Loss<\/strong><span>Treating early avoids root canals, extractions, and implants.<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n<!-- ==================== STATS BAND ==================== -->\r\n<section class=\"stats\"><div class=\"container\"><div class=\"stats-grid\"><div class=\"stats-item fu\"><strong>4,000<em>+<\/em><\/strong><span>Decay Cases Treated<\/span><\/div><div class=\"stats-item fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.1s\"><strong>90<em>%<\/em><\/strong><span>Preventable with Care<\/span><\/div><div class=\"stats-item fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.2s\"><strong>5<em>Stages<\/em><\/strong><span>of Decay we Treat<\/span><\/div><div class=\"stats-item fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.3s\"><strong>15<em>+<\/em><\/strong><span>Years Experience<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n<!-- ==================== CAUSES & RISK FACTORS ==================== -->\r\n<section class=\"section causes\"><div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-head fu\"><span class=\"eyebrow\">What Causes It<\/span><h2>How decay <em>progresses.<\/em><\/h2><p>Decay moves through predictable stages. Catching it early at any stage makes treatment simpler.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"causes-grid\"><div class=\"cause-card fu\"><div class=\"cause-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 2.5C9 7 5.5 10.5 5.5 14a6.5 6.5 0 0013 0c0-3.5-3.5-7-6.5-11.5z\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Bacterial Acid Attack<\/h3><p>Streptococcus mutans and other bacteria produce acid from sugars, eroding enamel.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"cause-card fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.1s\"><div class=\"cause-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"5\"\/><path d=\"M12 1v3M12 20v3M4 12H1M23 12h-3M5 5l2 2M17 17l2 2M5 19l2-2M17 7l2-2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Frequent Sugar Exposure<\/h3><p>Snacking on sugary foods repeatedly keeps the mouth acidic for hours each day.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"cause-card fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.2s\"><div class=\"cause-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 8v4l3 3m6-3a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Insufficient Fluoride<\/h3><p>Fluoride remineralises early decay \u2014 without it, erosion continues unchecked.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"cause-card fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.3s\"><div class=\"cause-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 4c0 8-6 14-14 14M6 18c0-6 5-11 12-12M4 20l4-4\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Poor Oral Hygiene<\/h3><p>Plaque left on teeth hardens to tartar, sheltering bacteria against enamel.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"cause-card fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.4s\"><div class=\"cause-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 2h6M10 2v6l-5 9a2 2 0 002 3h10a2 2 0 002-3l-5-9V2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Dry Mouth<\/h3><p>Saliva neutralises acid \u2014 medications and conditions that dry the mouth accelerate decay.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"cause-card fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.5s\"><div class=\"cause-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M6 2c0 6 12 8 12 14M18 2c0 6-12 8-12 14M6 22c0-3 12-5 12-8M18 22c0-3-12-5-12-8M7 6h10M7 18h10M9 9h6M9 15h6\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Deep Pits & Fissures<\/h3><p>Back teeth with deep natural grooves are particularly vulnerable to decay.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n<!-- ==================== TYPES ==================== -->\r\n<section class=\"section types\"><div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-head fu\"><span class=\"eyebrow\">Know the Signs<\/span><h2>The five stages <em>of tooth decay.<\/em><\/h2><p>Decay follows a progressive path. Each stage has a treatment \u2014 the earlier, the simpler.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"types-grid\"><div class=\"type-card fu\"><div class=\"type-visual v1 has-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/emblixtestingserver.com\/aliva\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/whitespotlesion.jpg\" alt=\"White spot lesion early decay\" loading=\"lazy\" onerror=\"this.parentElement.classList.remove('has-img');this.remove();\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 2l2 6 6 2-6 2-2 6-2-6-6-2 6-2 2-6z\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"type-body\"><span class=\"type-tag\">Stage 1<\/span><h3>White Spot Lesion<\/h3><p>Early demineralisation visible as a chalky white spot \u2014 treatable with fluoride, no drilling needed.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"type-card fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.1s\"><div class=\"type-visual v2 has-img\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/emblixtestingserver.com\/aliva\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/enameldecay.webp\" alt=\"Enamel decay early cavity\" loading=\"lazy\" onerror=\"this.parentElement.classList.remove('has-img');this.remove();\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 12l2 2 4-4m5 7a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"type-body\"><span class=\"type-tag\">Stage 2<\/span><h3>Enamel Decay<\/h3><p>Decay breaking through the enamel surface \u2014 treated with a simple composite filling.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"type-card fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.2s\"><div class=\"type-visual v3 has-img\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/emblixtestingserver.com\/aliva\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/dentinedecay.jpg\" alt=\"Dentine decay cavity treatment\" loading=\"lazy\" onerror=\"this.parentElement.classList.remove('has-img');this.remove();\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 2L2 7l10 5 10-5-10-5zM2 17l10 5 10-5M2 12l10 5 10-5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"type-body\"><span class=\"type-tag\">Stage 3<\/span><h3>Dentine Decay<\/h3><p>Decay reaching the softer, sensitive dentine layer \u2014 a larger filling or inlay.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"type-card fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.3s\"><div class=\"type-visual v4 has-img\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/emblixtestingserver.com\/aliva\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/pulpinvolvement.webp\" alt=\"Pulp involvement cavity deep\" loading=\"lazy\" onerror=\"this.parentElement.classList.remove('has-img');this.remove();\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M3 21l6-6M14 4l6 6-9 9-6-6 9-9zM12 6l6 6\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"type-body\"><span class=\"type-tag\">Stage 4<\/span><h3>Pulp Involvement<\/h3><p>Decay reaching the nerve \u2014 requiring root canal treatment to save the tooth.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"type-card fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.4s\"><div class=\"type-visual v5 has-img\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/emblixtestingserver.com\/aliva\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/abscess.jpeg\" alt=\"Dental abscess treatment\" loading=\"lazy\" onerror=\"this.parentElement.classList.remove('has-img');this.remove();\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M3 12h4l2 6 4-14 2 8h6\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"type-body\"><span class=\"type-tag\">Stage 5<\/span><h3>Abscess<\/h3><p>Infection spreading beyond the root into surrounding tissue \u2014 urgent treatment needed.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"type-card fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.5s\"><div class=\"type-visual v6 has-img\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/emblixtestingserver.com\/aliva\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/fissuresealing.jpg\" alt=\"Fissure sealing cavity prevention\" loading=\"lazy\" onerror=\"this.parentElement.classList.remove('has-img');this.remove();\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"type-body\"><span class=\"type-tag\">Prevention<\/span><h3>Fissure Sealing<\/h3><p>Protecting vulnerable back teeth before decay can start.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n<!-- ==================== OUR APPROACH ==================== -->\r\n<section class=\"section approach\"><div class=\"approach-inner\"><div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-head fu\"><span class=\"eyebrow\">The Aliva Approach<\/span><h2>Excellence, led by <em>compassion.<\/em><\/h2><p>Our decay treatment philosophy: diagnose precisely, intervene at the earliest stage, restore minimally, and educate thoroughly to prevent recurrence.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"approach-grid\"><div class=\"approach-pillar fu\"><span class=\"approach-pillar-num\">01<\/span><div class=\"approach-pillar-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M11 19a8 8 0 100-16 8 8 0 000 16zM21 21l-4.35-4.35\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Listen<\/h3><p>Your dental history and concerns \u2014 heard carefully before any recommendation.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"approach-pillar fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.1s\"><span class=\"approach-pillar-num\">02<\/span><div class=\"approach-pillar-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M6 18h12M9 18V9a3 3 0 016 0M9 4l3 3M5 22h14\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Assess<\/h3><p>Thorough examination with X-rays and digital imaging where needed.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"approach-pillar fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.2s\"><span class=\"approach-pillar-num\">03<\/span><div class=\"approach-pillar-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 2L2 7l10 5 10-5-10-5zM2 17l10 5 10-5M2 12l10 5 10-5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Treat<\/h3><p>A precise treatment plan matched to your clinical needs and preferences.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"approach-pillar fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.3s\"><span class=\"approach-pillar-num\">04<\/span><div class=\"approach-pillar-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20.84 4.61a5.5 5.5 0 00-7.78 0L12 5.67l-1.06-1.06a5.5 5.5 0 00-7.78 7.78l1.06 1.06L12 21.23l7.78-7.78 1.06-1.06a5.5 5.5 0 000-7.78z\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Care<\/h3><p>Follow-up support and home-care guidance to protect your results.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n<!-- ==================== TREATMENT OPTIONS ==================== -->\r\n<section class=\"section treatments\" id=\"treatments\"><div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-head fu\"><span class=\"eyebrow\">Our Decay Treatments<\/span><h2>Right treatment, <em>right stage.<\/em><\/h2><p>Treatment is matched to the stage of decay \u2014 from fluoride for early lesions to restorations for advanced damage.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"treatments-grid\"><div class=\"treatment-card fu\"><div class=\"treatment-visual v1 has-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/emblixtestingserver.com\/aliva\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/compositefilling.jpg\" alt=\"Composite filling tooth decay treatment\" loading=\"lazy\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none';this.parentElement.classList.remove('has-img');\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 2l2 6 6 2-6 2-2 6-2-6-6-2 6-2 2-6z\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"treatment-body\"><span class=\"type-tag\">Stage 1\u20132<\/span><h3>Composite Filling<\/h3><p>For early to moderate cavities \u2014 decay removed and tooth restored with tooth-coloured composite.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"treatment-card fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.1s\"><div class=\"treatment-visual v2 has-img\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/emblixtestingserver.com\/aliva\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/inlayonlay.webp\" alt=\"Inlay onlay large cavity dental\" loading=\"lazy\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none';this.parentElement.classList.remove('has-img');\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 2L2 7l10 5 10-5-10-5zM2 17l10 5 10-5M2 12l10 5 10-5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"treatment-body\"><span class=\"type-tag\">Stage 3<\/span><h3>Inlay \/ Onlay<\/h3><p>For larger cavities where a filling alone isn't sufficient \u2014 a precisely fitted ceramic restoration.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"treatment-card fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.2s\"><div class=\"treatment-visual v3 has-img\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/emblixtestingserver.com\/aliva\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/rootcanaltreatment.avif\" alt=\"Root canal treatment cavity\" loading=\"lazy\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none';this.parentElement.classList.remove('has-img');\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M3 21l6-6M14 4l6 6-9 9-6-6 9-9zM12 6l6 6\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"treatment-body\"><span class=\"type-tag\">Stage 4<\/span><h3>Root Canal Treatment<\/h3><p>Removes the infected pulp, cleans and seals the root canals, and restores the tooth with a crown.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"treatment-card fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.3s\"><div class=\"treatment-visual v4 has-img\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/emblixtestingserver.com\/aliva\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/fluoridesealing.jpg\" alt=\"Fluoride sealing prevention dental\" loading=\"lazy\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none';this.parentElement.classList.remove('has-img');\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"treatment-body\"><span class=\"type-tag\">Prevention<\/span><h3>Fluoride & Sealing<\/h3><p>Professional fluoride application and fissure seals to stop early decay and protect vulnerable teeth.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n<!-- ==================== PATIENT JOURNEY ==================== -->\r\n<section class=\"section journey\"><div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-head fu\"><span class=\"eyebrow\">Your Journey<\/span><h2>From consultation to <em>confident results.<\/em><\/h2><p>Every Aliva journey is calm, clear, and carefully considered.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"journey-timeline\"><div class=\"journey-line\"><\/div><div class=\"journey-step fu\"><div class=\"journey-step-num\">01<\/div><h3>Consultation<\/h3><p>A relaxed conversation about your dental concern and goals.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"journey-step fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.1s\"><div class=\"journey-step-num\">02<\/div><h3>Examination<\/h3><p>Thorough clinical check, X-rays, and necessary imaging.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"journey-step fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.2s\"><div class=\"journey-step-num\">03<\/div><h3>Treatment Plan<\/h3><p>A clear plan: what's needed, why, and the cost \u2014 with no surprises.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"journey-step fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.3s\"><div class=\"journey-step-num\">04<\/div><h3>Treatment<\/h3><p>Expert, gentle treatment delivered at your comfort level.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"journey-step fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.4s\"><div class=\"journey-step-num\">05<\/div><h3>Aftercare<\/h3><p>Aftercare guidance, scheduled follow-ups, and preventive advice.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n<!-- ==================== RESULTS & BEFORE\/AFTER ==================== -->\r\n<section class=\"section results\"><div class=\"container\"><div class=\"results-grid\">\r\n <div class=\"results-visual fu\">\r\n <div class=\"results-ba\">\r\n <div class=\"results-ba-item\"><span class=\"results-ba-label\">Before<\/span><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/emblixtestingserver.com\/aliva\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/toothdecaydentalcavitiesbefore.jpg\" alt=\"Before\" onerror=\"this.parentElement.style.background='var(--sage-soft)'\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"results-ba-item\"><span class=\"results-ba-label after\">After<\/span><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/emblixtestingserver.com\/aliva\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/toothdecaydentalcavitiesafter.jpg\" alt=\"After\" onerror=\"this.parentElement.style.background='var(--blush-soft)'\"><\/div>\r\n <\/div><p class=\"results-caption\">Representative result \u00b7 composite filling \u00b7 same day<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"results-content fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.15s\">\r\n <span class=\"eyebrow\">What You Can Expect<\/span>\r\n <h2>Real results, <em>worth the care.<\/em><\/h2>\r\n <p>Quality dental treatment delivers visible, lasting results. Most patients see significant improvement within the first few visits of a well-planned course.<\/p>\r\n <ul class=\"results-checklist\"><li><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 12l2 2 4-4\"\/><\/svg><div><strong>Decay completely removed<\/strong> before it reaches the nerve in early cases.<\/div><\/li><li><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 12l2 2 4-4\"\/><\/svg><div><strong>Tooth fully restored<\/strong> in shape, strength, and appearance.<\/div><\/li><li><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 12l2 2 4-4\"\/><\/svg><div><strong>Pain and sensitivity<\/strong> resolved after the appropriate treatment.<\/div><\/li><li><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 12l2 2 4-4\"\/><\/svg><div><strong>A prevention plan<\/strong> to protect your remaining teeth from future decay.<\/div><\/li><\/ul>\r\n <a href=\"#\" class=\"btn btn-primary\" data-open-modal=\"appointmentModal\">Start Your Journey<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n<!-- ==================== WHY CHOOSE ALIVA ==================== -->\r\n<section class=\"section why\"><div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-head fu\"><span class=\"eyebrow\">Why Aliva<\/span><h2>Vijayawada's trusted name for <em>cavity treatment & prevention.<\/em><\/h2><p>Behind every treatment is a team, a philosophy, and a standard.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"why-grid\"><div class=\"why-card fu\"><div class=\"why-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 12l2 2 4-4m5 7a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>MDS-Qualified Specialists<\/h3><p>Every treatment supervised by a qualified dental specialist \u2014 no shortcuts.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"why-card fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.1s\"><div class=\"why-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 2L2 7l10 5 10-5-10-5zM2 17l10 5 10-5M2 12l10 5 10-5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Advanced Technology<\/h3><p>Digital X-rays, CBCT 3D imaging, and laser-assisted procedures.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"why-card fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.2s\"><div class=\"why-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 21v-2a4 4 0 00-4-4H8a4 4 0 00-4 4v2M12 11a4 4 0 100-8 4 4 0 000 8z\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Personalised Care<\/h3><p>No two mouths are alike. Every plan is tailored to your clinical needs.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"why-card fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.3s\"><div class=\"why-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20.84 4.61a5.5 5.5 0 00-7.78 0L12 5.67l-1.06-1.06a5.5 5.5 0 00-7.78 7.78l1.06 1.06L12 21.23l7.78-7.78 1.06-1.06a5.5 5.5 0 000-7.78z\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Painless-First Approach<\/h3><p>Gentle anaesthesia and modern techniques for truly comfortable dentistry.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"why-card fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.4s\"><div class=\"why-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 8v4l3 3m6-3a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Transparent Pricing<\/h3><p>Itemised costs, honest timelines, no surprise bills.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"why-card fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.5s\"><div class=\"why-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Follow-Up & Education<\/h3><p>We explain home care, diet, and habits that protect your results.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n<!-- ==================== SPECIALIST SECTION ==================== -->\r\n<section class=\"section specialist\"><div class=\"container\"><div class=\"specialist-grid\">\r\n <div class=\"specialist-visual fu\">\r\n <div class=\"specialist-visual-deco\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"specialist-visual-main\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/emblixtestingserver.com\/aliva\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/varun.png\" alt=\"Dr. Varun Reddy\" onerror=\"this.parentElement.style.background='var(--sage-soft)';this.style.display='none';\"><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"specialist-visual-stamp\"><strong>Dr. Varun Reddy<\/strong><span>Chief Dental Officer<\/span><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"specialist-content fu\" style=\"transition-delay:.15s\">\r\n <span class=\"eyebrow\">Meet Your Specialist<\/span>\r\n <h2>Decay treatment guided by <em>precision and prevention.<\/em><\/h2>\r\n <p>Dr. Varun Reddy applies a minimally invasive philosophy to every decay case. With MDS in Prosthodontics and 12+ years of clinical experience, he treats what's decayed \u2014 and preserves every bit of healthy tooth structure possible.<\/p><p>Consultations are clear and honest. We show you the X-rays, explain exactly what stage the decay is at, and give you a treatment plan in plain language.<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"specialist-credentials\">\r\n <div class=\"specialist-credentials-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 2l2 6 6 2-6 2-2 6-2-6-6-2 6-2 2-6z\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><div><strong>MDS, Prosthodontics<\/strong><span>Crown, Implants & Cosmetics<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"specialist-credentials-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><div><strong>BDS + PG<\/strong><span>Restorative & Oral Surgery<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"specialist-credentials-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 8v4l3 3m6-3a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><div><strong>12+ Years<\/strong><span>Clinical Experience<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"specialist-credentials-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 21v-2a4 4 0 00-4-4H8a4 4 0 00-4 4v2M12 11a4 4 0 100-8 4 4 0 000 8z\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><div><strong>4,000+<\/strong><span>Decay Cases Treated<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <a href=\"#\" class=\"btn btn-primary\" data-open-modal=\"appointmentModal\">Book a Consultation<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\r\n<!-- ==================== FEATURED TESTIMONIAL ==================== -->\r\n<section class=\"section testimonials\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"tc-head fu\">\r\n <div class=\"tc-eyebrow\"><span>PATIENT STORIES<\/span><\/div>\r\n <h2>What Our Clients Say<\/h2>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"tc-viewport\">\r\n <div class=\"tc-track\" id=\"tcTrack\">\r\n <div class=\"tc-slide\"><div class=\"tc-card\"><div class=\"tc-card-top\"><div class=\"tc-stars\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"tc-quote-icon\">“<\/div><\/div><p class=\"tc-text\">“Early cavity detected at a routine check at Aliva was treated with a minimally invasive tooth-coloured filling before it could progress. No pain, no drilling sensation, and the filling is completely invisible in my tooth. Preventive dentistry at its best.”<\/p><div class=\"tc-author\"><div class=\"tc-avatar\" style=\"background:var(--forest)\">R<\/div><div class=\"tc-author-info\"><strong>Ravi Prasad<\/strong><span>Early Cavity Treatment<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"tc-card\"><div class=\"tc-card-top\"><div class=\"tc-stars\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"tc-quote-icon\">“<\/div><\/div><p class=\"tc-text\">“Three cavities treated at Aliva in a single visit with composite fillings \u2014 all tooth-coloured, all completely comfortable, and all completely undetectable. I had avoided treating them for a year out of fear but it was completely painless.”<\/p><div class=\"tc-author\"><div class=\"tc-avatar\" style=\"background:var(--sage)\">M<\/div><div class=\"tc-author-info\"><strong>Meena Krishnan<\/strong><span>Multiple Cavities<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"tc-card\"><div class=\"tc-card-top\"><div class=\"tc-stars\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"tc-quote-icon\">“<\/div><\/div><p class=\"tc-text\">“Deep cavity that had reached close to the nerve was saved at Aliva without root canal treatment using a pulp capping technique. The tooth has been pain-free for over a year and the precision of that intervention prevented a much larger procedure.”<\/p><div class=\"tc-author\"><div class=\"tc-avatar\" style=\"background:var(--blush)\">S<\/div><div class=\"tc-author-info\"><strong>Suresh Varma<\/strong><span>Deep Cavity<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"tc-slide\"><div class=\"tc-card\"><div class=\"tc-card-top\"><div class=\"tc-stars\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"tc-quote-icon\">“<\/div><\/div><p class=\"tc-text\">“Children's cavity treatment for my two kids at Aliva was done so gently and with such patient handling that both children were completely calm. Tooth-coloured fillings placed painlessly and they left asking when they could come back.”<\/p><div class=\"tc-author\"><div class=\"tc-avatar\" style=\"background:var(--forest)\">L<\/div><div class=\"tc-author-info\"><strong>Lalitha Babu<\/strong><span>Kids Cavities<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"tc-card\"><div class=\"tc-card-top\"><div class=\"tc-stars\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"tc-quote-icon\">“<\/div><\/div><p class=\"tc-text\">“Old black amalgam fillings replaced at Aliva with tooth-coloured composite \u2014 the aesthetic improvement is significant and the new fillings are stronger than the old ones were. The procedure was done under rubber dam with no mess and zero sensitivity after.”<\/p><div class=\"tc-author\"><div class=\"tc-avatar\" style=\"background:var(--sage)\">P<\/div><div class=\"tc-author-info\"><strong>Prakash Reddy<\/strong><span>Amalgam Replacement<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"tc-card\"><div class=\"tc-card-top\"><div class=\"tc-stars\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 .587l3.668 7.431L24 9.75l-6 5.845L19.336 24 12 20.017 4.664 24 6 15.595 0 9.75l8.332-1.732z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"tc-quote-icon\">“<\/div><\/div><p class=\"tc-text\">“Diet and brushing advice from Aliva alongside my cavity treatment has meant no new cavities in 18 months. The preventive approach here is genuinely different \u2014 they treat the cause, not just the symptom. My oral health is completely transformed.”<\/p><div class=\"tc-author\"><div class=\"tc-avatar\" style=\"background:var(--blush)\">S<\/div><div class=\"tc-author-info\"><strong>Sunitha Srinivas<\/strong><span>Decay Prevention<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"tc-nav\">\r\n <button class=\"tc-btn\" id=\"tcPrev\" aria-label=\"Previous\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><polyline points=\"15 18 9 12 15 6\"\/><\/svg><\/button>\r\n <div class=\"tc-dots\" id=\"tcDots\"><button class=\"tc-dot active\" data-idx=\"0\" aria-label=\"Slide 1\"><\/button><button class=\"tc-dot\" data-idx=\"1\" aria-label=\"Slide 2\"><\/button><\/div>\r\n <button class=\"tc-btn\" id=\"tcNext\" aria-label=\"Next\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><polyline points=\"9 6 15 12 9 18\"\/><\/svg><\/button>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<script>\r\n(function(){\r\n var track=document.getElementById(\"tcTrack\");\r\n var dots=document.querySelectorAll(\".tc-dot\");\r\n var prev=document.getElementById(\"tcPrev\");\r\n var next=document.getElementById(\"tcNext\");\r\n var cur=0;var total=2;\r\n function go(n){cur=(n+total)%total;track.style.transform=\"translateX(-\"+cur*100+\"%)\";dots.forEach(function(d,i){d.classList.toggle(\"active\",i===cur);});}\r\n prev.addEventListener(\"click\",function(){go(cur-1);});\r\n next.addEventListener(\"click\",function(){go(cur+1);});\r\n dots.forEach(function(d){d.addEventListener(\"click\",function(){go(+this.dataset.idx);});});\r\n})();\r\n<\/script>\r\n<!-- ==================== FAQ SECTION ==================== -->\r\n<section class=\"section faq\"><div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-head fu\"><span class=\"eyebrow\">Frequently Asked<\/span><h2>Your questions, <em>answered honestly.<\/em><\/h2><p>Common questions about tooth decay and cavities \u2014 answered honestly.<\/p><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-wrap\"><div class=\"faq-item fu\"><div class=\"faq-q\">How do I know if I have a cavity?<div class=\"faq-q-icon\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-a\"><p>Often you won't \u2014 early cavities cause no pain. 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