16 Dec Healthy Teeth Are Always in Style
While some people might regret wearing taffeta or shoulder pads, they do not regret having a healthy, vibrant smile. Fashion trends come and go but beautiful teeth are always in season. When it comes to protecting your pearly whites, it’s important to make preventive dentistry a priority. Scheduling routine checkups and cleanings with our dentist can help keep your smile in tip-top shape.
The Importance of Preventive Dentistry
The adage “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” applies to your oral health. Preventing oral disease can save more than just precious structures from destruction; it saves money, too. When certain conditions such as periodontal (gum) disease and tooth decay are caught in their early stages, their treatments are less intensive and cost less.
A number of dental concerns can be asymptomatic at their onset. This makes dental checkups a necessity for detecting potential issues as soon as possible. Our dentist uses equipment and diagnostics that can reveal issues long before they’re visible to the naked eye.
Like checkups, cleanings also protect oral health and prevent disease. A dental cleaning removes surface debris that contributes to gum disease and tooth decay. The instruments our team uses in cleanings provides a deeper clean than the tools we use at home. Another added benefit to keeping routine cleaning appointments is the fact that professional cleanings remove surface stains.
Caring for Your Smile at Home
On top of committing to keeping routine dental appointments, you should commit to caring for your teeth and gums at home. We strongly encourage all of our patients to brush and floss in accordance with the American Dental Association’s guidelines.
Everyone should brush at least twice a day and floss daily just before bedtime. Brushing and flossing control surface debris that causes oral disease. If you need guidance regarding oral hygiene techniques and products, ask a member of our team. We are committed to providing patient education that protects your oral health.
Call us today to ask questions or to schedule an appointment with our dentist.