Cleanings & Prevention
A preventive program is a cooperative effort by the patient, dentist, and dental staff to preserve the natural dentition and supporting structures by preventing the onset, progress, and recurrence of dental diseases and conditions.
Preventing dental disease starts at home with good oral hygiene and a balanced diet. It is continued in the dental office by the efforts of your dentist and dental hygienist to promote, restore, and maintain your oral health.
Prevention also includes regular dental exams, cleanings, and x-rays. Sealants and fluoride are also great preventive treatments that help protect the teeth.
Prevention helps avoid serious and costly dental problems and is the key to having a healthy, confident, beautiful smile.
Dental Exams & Cleanings
A comprehensive dental exam will be performed by your dentist at your initial dental visit.
Digital X-Rays
Digital radiography (digital X-ray) is the latest technology used to take dental X-rays
Caring for Athletic Mouth Guards
Athletic activity poses a threat to teeth and orthodontic devices, especially in young patients.
Oral Hygiene Aids
Regular dental check ups are essential for maintaining excellent oral hygiene and diagnosing potential problems, but they are not a “fix-all” solution.
Panoramic X-rays
Panoramic X-rays (also known as Panorex® or orthopantomograms) are wraparound photographs of the face and teeth.
Sealants
A sealant is a thin, plastic coating applied to the chewing surface of molars, premolars and any deep grooves (called pits and fissures) of teeth.
Intraoral Cameras
Intraoral cameras are changing the face of routine dental appointments.
Fluoride Treatment
Fluoride is the most effective agent available to help prevent tooth decay.
Oral Cancer Exam
Oral cancer is a pathologic process which begins with an asymptomatic stage during which the usual cancer signs may not be readily noticeable.