Preventive Dentistry

Getting a regular dental checkup is necessary to protect the health of your mouth, teeth and gums. Keeping up with your oral health is about more than maintaining a beautiful, healthy smile. The health of your mouth can have a direct impact on your overall health, making it necessary to see your dentist on a regular basis for routine preventive care.

Twice a year, you should see your dentist to get a cleaning and visual inspection. The dentist will use better equipment to clean your teeth more deeply than regular brushing and flossing can do. In addition to this cleaning, you may get x-rays and undergo a visual inspection to catch any problems early. This regular dental care will catch problems before they become serious so they are easier to manage.

Dental sealants can be a great option to protect your teeth from the potential of cavities. These sealants are typically applied to children because they are more likely to develop cavities and often have poor dental care. If the sealants become weakened, they can be reapplied to further protect the teeth.

Overcrowding can become a serious problem, both from an aesthetic and a functional standpoint. If you are at risk for crowding of the teeth, space maintainers can stop your teeth from moving where they shouldn’t. We add these maintainers and can later remove them if they are no longer needed.

Fluoride is important to maintain the health of teeth. This substance can strengthen the teeth so they are less susceptible to damage. We offer fluoride treatment for children and adults, giving them the healthy teeth they need. This preventive treatment can reduce the instance of cavities and maintain a healthy mouth.