Preventive Services

With every appointment you will receive a comprehensive dental hygiene assessment using a Intraoral Dental Camera. The dental hygienist will go through your medical history, check your head and neck for any abnormalities and do a through examination of the hard and soft tissues in your mouth, including an assessment of your oral hygiene.  You will also receive an oral cancer screening which is very critical for early diagnosis and prevention.

Tooth sensitivity is a very common problem that many people are affected by. You may have experienced pain when eating or drinking something hot or cold, sweet or acidic. This sensitivity is caused by recession or abrasion. With a number of different in-office treatment options your sensitivity can be reduced or completely eliminated. 

Scaling is a key component to help patients with gum disease and excessive plaque buildup. The process of scaling and root planing the teeth is referred to as deep cleaning. The removal of tartar deposits from the teeth, both above and below the gum line is required and necessary to be performed by a dental hygienist during every appointment. 

Oral hygiene education plays a very important part of your dental hygiene appointment. You will be educated on your oral health conditions, dental procedures and proper oral hygiene techniques. This part is very important for when you're at home maintaining proper at home oral hygiene practices. 

Fluoride treatment assists in preventing decay as well as sensitivity by strengthening the enamel of the teeth and aiding in the re-mineralization process. A in- office fluoride treatment is offered with every appointment. 

We also do offer a natural and effective alternative option to fluoride. A liquid rinse called xylitol is a crystalline carbohydrate derived from plants. This liquid prevents bacteria from adhering to the tooth structure, reducing acid production in the mouth. 

A sport mouth guard can be created and properly fitted for your teeth. This device will protect your teeth from blows to the face and head. It also plays an important role in reducing concussion risk as it helps absorb shocks, stabilize the head and neck, and limit movement caused by a direct hit to the jaw. Also, it is a important piece of athletic equipment for anyone participating in a sport that involves falls, body contact or flying equipment. including, any activity that might result in an injury to the mouth.

The dental hygienist will also instruct you with the proper maintenance and care of your mouth guard to increase the life of your mouth guard.