Preventative Care
Cleanings
The American Dental Association suggests getting your teeth cleaned every 6 months to prevent tooth decay and gum disease. Before the cleaning processes, we start with a comprehensive exam of your entire mouth. Our experienced Hygienists gently remove any plaque and tarter from your teeth, provide expert level flossing, polish your teeth, and apply a fluoride treatment used as a protectant to help fight against cavities for several months.
Exams
Maintaining healthy teeth means more than just taking steps at home to protect them. Although a beautiful smile is sustained by good oral hygiene habits, regular dental visits and following the recommended treatment plan developed by your doctor are equally important. It’s our goal to catch potential problems before they develop into serious health issues, so our patients can spend more time smiling and less time at our office for unplanned visits.
Sealants
Brushing is important in preventing cavities, but dental sealants may be the best way to prevent against them. Dental sealants are a thin coating that is painted on the teeth. The Centers for Disease Control reports that dental sealants prevent up to 80% of cavities for 2 years after application, and up to 50% of cavities for up to 4 years. Sealants can be especially effective for children who are still learning to brush properly and regularly.
Fluoride
Fluoride is used as a final step in our teeth cleaning process. It is used to strengthen your enamel and helps prevent cavities. The main benefits of this treatment is to rebuild weakened tooth enamel, slow down the loss of minerals, helps reverse early signs of tooth decay and prevents the growth of harmful oral bacteria. It can be applied on the teeth as gel or foam forms, or as a mouth rise.
Digital X-Rays
We offer digital imaging instead of analog x-rays. Digital imaging helps reduce you and your families radiation exposure when compared to traditional x-ray technology, and because they do not require the traditional film to produce, they can be diagnosed immediately by the dentist, or transferred instantly to a specialist or lab.