Preventive Dental Care

Caring for your teeth, gums and oral health is our number one priority. This helps you to avoid cavities, gum disease, enamel wear and keep your smile in tip-top shape. A preventive program starts at home and includes daily brushing, flossing and eating 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.

Dental Cleanings & Exams

Prevention also includes regular dental exams, cleanings, and x-rays. Sealants and fluoride are also great preventive treatments that help protect the teeth. A good preventive program can help avoid serious and costly dental problems and is the key to having a healthy, confident, beautiful smile.

Fluoride & Sealants

Fluoride provides significant benefits for adults and children in helping to prevent tooth decay. The benefits of fluoride to fortify your teeth have been well known for over 50 years and are supported by many health and professional organizations, especially in children. If you have a history of tooth decay or risk factors, fluoride treatments may be a great option to help you protect your smile.

Brushing and flossing are the best ways to help prevent cavities in children, but it’s not always easy to clean every nook and cranny of your teeth – especially those back teeth (molars). A good way to help protect your smile is with dental sealants. Sealants are a thin, protective coating (made from plastic or other dental materials) that adheres to the chewing surface of your back teeth