Preventative Dental Services
What is Preventative Dentistry?
Preventative dental care involves daily care, good nutrition, periodic examinations and cleanings that maintain good dental health. It can be defined as any activities that help to prevent dental issues.
In-Office Preventative Dental Care Services
The Importance of Prevention
Most dental issues are preventable and more easily managed if detected early. The key to early detection is regular visits to your dentist. In addition to these regular checkups, it is essential that you focus on good oral health daily. This includes:
- Brushing properly twice daily
- Flossing daily
- Using an alcohol-free mouth rinse
- Not smoking or using smokeless tobacco products
- Drinking plenty of water
- Avoiding sweet sticky foods
- Avoiding sugar beverages
- Brushing and flossing after eating
- Chewing sugar-free gum after eating or drinking
While your dentist can help correct dental issues, the responsibility largely falls on you. Make it your priority to think of your smile first. Prevent unwanted dental issues from arising by making good choices.
Make Dental Visits Less Scary
One of the most important reasons to bring your entire family in for their regular visits is because their visits will be easier! Many of us fear the dentist because they automatically feel like their visit will be “painful” and potentially lead to more dental work needed. That is simply not the case.
The reason visits may feel uncomfortable is because there is a lot of work for our hygienists if it’s been a while since your last visit. Putting off your dental cleanings allows plaque to build up and increases the risk of gum issues and decay. Not good! Make your visits more pleasant for everyone and come in every 6 months to see us!
Regular visits and good oral hygiene = a happier visit to the dentist!
“Everything about this group is outstanding. I have never been happier with a dentist. Everything is spotlessly clean. Everyone is smiling and happy. You can get an appointment early in the morning or at night. I send all my friends looking for a dentist to them and nobody has been disappointed yet.”
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