General Dentistry

The ADA recommends that you have your teeth cleaned at least twice a year. While it might not seem like much, cleanings allow us to thoroughly remove plaque and tartar buildup, including in areas that are difficult to reach with regular brushing. We carefully remove tartar deposits and clean your teeth without the use of abrasive polish. Depending on your needs, we may also provide a fluoride treatment to help strengthen your enamel.

Routine exams are recommended twice a year as well and are typically performed in the same appointment as your cleaning. With exams, we can detect issues in their earliest stages, before symptoms begin to appear. This allows you to get the treatments you need to restore your oral health, preventing the development of more serious complications later. We check your teeth over for signs of decay, cavities, and physical damage. Your gums are looked over for redness, swelling, recession, and periodontal pockets. We also perform an oral cancer screening, which is essential for detecting the earliest stages of oral cancer.

X-rays help us to see the invisible areas of your mouth, including the regions between your teeth and the areas below your gum line. With these images, we can spot cavities, root fractures, damage to your jawbone, impacted teeth, bone loss, cysts, abscesses, and so much more. With these images, we are provided with a full picture of your oral condition so that we can customize treatment to meet your specific needs.

While brushing, flossing, and regular dental visits are essential for preventing cavities, some people are at greater risk than others. We can help to further prevent their development with fluoride treatments and sealants. Fluoride treatments are applications that help to strengthen your teeth so that they can fight off acid erosion. Sealants help to prevent buildup in the crevices of your molars, which can be difficult to clean completely with your toothbrush. Sealants cover over the crevices on the chewing surfaces of your molars, preventing the accumulation of food particles and bacteria. They also help to make your teeth easier to keep clean.