Cleaning and Prevention

Cleaning & Prevention
Cosmetic Dentistry
Periodontal Care
Restorative Care
Root Canal Treatment
Many of our patients have already benefited from some of the exciting new developments in dentistry, such as dental implants and new restorative materials. There has also been a similar, but quieter revolution in preventive dentistry. We now have a much better understanding of the causes of tooth decay and gum disease and are much better able to prevent or limit these harmful processes.
We believe that the maintenance of a healthy mouth is one of the most important achievements of our practice. We provide preventative treatment, advice, and education above the standard of care. Our encouragement of a positive attitude towards dental care will help our patients achieve a healthy smile that lasts for a lifetime.
 

The American Dental Association recommends the following for good oral hygiene:

 

  • Brush your teeth twice a day with an ADA-accepted fluoride toothpaste. Replace your toothbrush every three months, or sooner, if the bristles are frayed.

  • Clean between teeth daily with floss or an interdental cleaner. Decay-causing bacteria still linger between teeth where toothbrush bristles can’t reach. This helps remove plaque and food particles from between the teeth and under the gum line.

  • To get a balanced diet, eat a variety of foods. Choose foods from each of the five major food groups:
    -breads, cereals and other grain products
    -fruits
    -vegetables
    -meat, poultry and fish
    -milk, cheese and yogurt

  • Limit the number of snacks that you eat. Each time you eat food that contains sugars, the teeth are attacked by acids for 20 minutes or more.

  • If you do snack, choose nutritious foods, such as cheese, raw vegetables, plain yogurt, or a piece of fruit.

  • Foods that are eaten as part of a meal cause less harm. More saliva is released during a meal, which helps wash foods from the mouth and helps lessen the effects of acids.

  • Visit your dentist regularly for professional cleanings and oral exams.

  • Talk to your dentist about what types of oral care products will be most effective for you. The ADA Seal on a product is your assurance that it has met ADA criteria for safety and effectiveness. Look for the ADA Seal on fluoride toothpaste, toothbrushes, floss, interdental cleaners, oral irrigators, mouth rinses, and other oral hygiene products.