We believe that good dental health is more than a quick fix now and then. Advanced care helps keep small problems from becoming big ones. That is why we look at your dental care with a preventive approach to give you a healthy and attractive smile. We want all of our patients to have beautiful smiles that last a lifetime. That is why we take time explaining how to prevent painful, expensive problems in the future.Preventative Measures Include Periodontal Management:
- We check the area where the gum meets the root for bacteria development
- Periodontal disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults
- Bleeding after flossing or brushing and inflamed gum tissue can be an early sign of advancing periodontal disease
- Perio disease can do serious damage to the tooth root and the bone underneath. It has also been linked to various other health issues including heart disease, low term birth rate, diabetes and stroke.
- Dental cleanings (prophylaxis)
- Dental sealants for children and adults
- Space maintainers for prematurely lost teeth
- Microscopic bacterial evaluation of teeth....
- Small cracks, tiny pits and old fillings can harbor disease
- Use of electronic toothbrushes
