General Dentistry
General Dentistry

Your Smile is Worth Protecting

Preventative dentistry includes a wide array of dental practices and helps to protect and preserve the health of your mouth. There are many different types of preventative dentistry:

Regular Visits and Cleanings

Seeing your dentist every six months for a cleaning and checkup is absolutely essential to keep your mouth healthy. During these appointments, your hygienist will do a thorough cleaning. This will help to break down the buildup of plaque and tartar in your mouth and eliminate bacteria that could damage your teeth. This is also where a dental professional will look for signs of oral cancer and other issues that, if caught early, are treated much more easily and successfully.

Mouthguards

Mouthguards are a good idea for any physical activity that could cause trauma to the mouth. Contact sports are a great example, but other extreme activities such as skiing and snowboarding are also great times to consider the use of a mouthguard. Preventing trauma to your teeth will save you lots of time, money, and pain in the long run. If you participate in anything that you feel could put your teeth at risk, talk to us about mouth guard options.

Brushing and Flossing

Your first line of defense when it comes to preventative dentistry involves good oral health practices. Regularly brushing and flossing your teeth will prevent cavities and other issues with your mouth. Be sure that you are brushing your teeth at least twice per day for at least two minutes each time.

Fluoride Treatments

When you go for an appointment and cleaning, your dentist will likely recommend a fluoride treatment. This is a great form of preventative dentistry as it helps to prevent cavities from developing on your teeth for months after the treatment is administered. Ask us about our recommendations for toothpaste and mouthwash with added fluoride.

Your teeth are incredibly important, so make sure to take care of them as best as you can! Preventative dentistry is one of the many tools to help prevent infection and future oral problems.

As our patient, we will help you with recommendations for the best possible preventative practices to help make sure your teeth are healthy and happy for years to come.

Routine Cleanings and Exams

You are probably familiar with the recommendation that you see a dentist every six months for a routine checkup and cleaning. These appointments are crucial for your overall dental health.

Tooth-Colored Fillings

When you suffer from tooth decay and cavities, it may be necessary for your dentist to give you a filling. A filling will help to restore your tooth and to mitigate any damage done from the decay.

Technology

When it comes to the dental industry, science and technology are constantly changing. New advances in the field are being made every day, and to be a successful dentist, it is important to keep up.

Night Guards

One thing your dentist will look for when you come during your routine check-ups is signs of bruxism. Bruxism- more commonly known as teeth-grinding- can have serious and long term effects on your mouth.

TMJ Treatment

The temporomandibular joint (better known as the TMJ) is a hinge-like joint that connects your jawbone and skill. TMD, temporomandibular disorder, can cause excessive pain in this joint and the muscles that surround it.

Infant Tongue Tie

The temporomandibular joint (better known as the TMJ) is a hinge-like joint that connects your jawbone and skill. TMD, temporomandibular disorder, can cause excessive pain in this joint and the muscles that surround it.