Preventive: We provide routine check-ups and our hygiene department will do a thorough cleaning of your teeth at a prescribed recall interval.
There are many things you can do as a patient to prevent oral and dental disease. The key is to be educated to the value of preventive behaviors. One of the most important is to QUIT SMOKING. Smoking causes gum diseases and can make the teeth more susceptible to decay by destroying salivary glands. But, as you know, can cause cancer, emphysema, premature aging, COPD, and a whole host of other systemic illnesses. We can direct you to a smoking cessation organization as well as provide the latest in smoking cessation drugs. We can also recommend brushing and flossing techniques as well as prescribe special toothpastes and mouthwashes for those at particular risk for dental disease. Remember, the best way to make good habits a part of your life is to start early. We encourage you to bring your child in for a "happy visit" as early as when the first baby teeth break through the gums.