Family dentistry involves a wide range of oral health services aimed at maintaining and improving the overall health of the teeth, gums, and mouth. Our family dentists focus on preventive care, early detection, and treatment of common dental issues. Emphasizing preventive measures and patient education helps promote good oral hygiene habits and preserve long-term oral health.
Dentistry is a science, which requires careful evaluation before any treatment is offered. Therefore, our skilled dental team recommends regular six-month exams to ensure your mouth stays healthy.
These comprehensive exams are vital in our quest to prevent dental problems before they take shape. We’d much prefer to keep you out of pain, feeling good, and enjoying your smile.
Our typical patient exam includes:
If necessary, you may also receive a professional cleaning with one of our experienced dental hygienists.
Whatever the level of your oral health, dental exams are the starting point, so book your appointment today!
Regardless of your age, background, or previous experiences in dentistry, professional dental cleanings are essential to keeping your smile healthy.
Our team recommends visiting us twice a year for oral hygiene maintenance, which involves an evaluation of your daily routine and a professional cleaning.
During these visits, our dental hygienist will not lecture you but rather provide friendly advice to help improve your oral health. Together, you will discuss areas of concern and your future dental health goals.
In addition, we’ll provide a thorough yet gentle cleaning to help remove any plaque that has built-up, and give you a polished smile.
The importance of your gum health should never be underestimated. By keeping your gums healthy, you can strengthen your teeth and prevent future health issues that could affect your entire well-being.
At our dental practice, we use periodontal therapy (gum disease therapy) to care for your gums and the soft tissue in your mouth.
Periodontal therapy begins with an evaluation of your gum health, which centers on checking for gum disease. If everything is looking good, we may recommend a professional cleaning to maintain your smile and remove any excess plaque. However, if there are signs of gum disease, then more intensive or regular cleanings may be required.
Please rest assured that our team is here to guide you to improved oral health, so we will clearly explain any issues and walk you through each procedure.
Protecting the smiles of your children is close to our hearts. We want everyone to benefit from a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. Therefore, our caring team caters to the needs of little smiles by making dentistry fun and informative.
The American Dental Association recommends your child have their first visit within six months of the first tooth erupting or before their first birthday. This allows our dentists to assess their oral development and provide parents with helpful hygiene information.
During your child’s visit, we will treat them like a VIP and ensure they start with a positive view of dentistry. Our team will carry out a gentle yet comprehensive exam while showing your child how dentistry can be fun.
In addition to regular exams, we offer fluoride treatment and dental sealants.
Most of your teeth are not perfectly aligned and may have grooves and pits on their surfaces. This can make it difficult to reach every little area of your teeth when brushing – especially for younger patients.
Step in, dental sealants!
Dental sealants have been designed to fill in these common pits and fissures found on the surface of teeth. Why? Because these areas are more vulnerable to plaque build-up as debris can become stuck and is hard to remove.
The clear resin used in dental sealants fills in these areas and makes the tooth surface smooth and, therefore, easier to keep clean.
Sealants are long-lasting and will be checked during your regular exams.
Protecting your smile is one of our dentists’ primary goals. Whether you are working, sleeping, or playing sports, we want your smile to be safe and look good. Therefore, we offer two types of mouthguards in our office: Sports guards and night guards.
Sports Guards: To prevent oral injuries, we recommend wearing a mouthguard while playing any sport. At our office, we create custom-made sports guards that not only protect your mouth but fit comfortably too. This allows you to feel protected with no impact on your overall performance.
Night Guards: Many people suffer from bruxism (teeth grinding) while they sleep. This condition can wear down your teeth and cause jaw or bite problems. With our night guards, we can hold your jaw in position and protect against this common issue. These mouthguards are custom-made so that you can enjoy a comfortable night’s sleep.
On occasion, our team of experts cannot save a tooth. When this is the case, we may recommend an extraction.
Often this is a simple procedure, which consists of our restorative dentist numbing the area and gently removing the tooth.
We’ll be sure to keep the area clean and check on your comfort throughout the procedure. After the tooth has been removed, we can provide a few restorative options, such as bridges or dental implants.
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