Prevent Problems with Good Habits
The old adage “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” remains as true and relevant today as it ever was. Even with all of our advanced dental health technology, the best service we can provide you is education. We pride ourselves on taking the time to educate and encourage you to maintain good dental hygiene habits. This means brushing and flossing your teeth not only regularly but also correctly, and if you have a family, guiding your children to do the same at an early age. We can teach you the most effective techniques to ensure that you’re getting the full benefits out of brushing and flossing. Good dental hygiene also means coming to our Waterford, CT office for regularly scheduled checkups and cleanings. Complete preventive dentistry includes a combination of at-home habits and regular in-office dental visits—but in the long run, fewer and shorter appointments. Let us show you how our patient-centered approach will allow you to spend more time enjoying a healthy life and less time in the dentist’s chair!
A Deeper Level of Care
Routine examinations enable us to spot symptoms and determine a course of treatment before many patients even realize they’re experiencing a dental health issue. This may include x-rays, which can reveal asymptomatic problems within the teeth and jaws. We use digital x-rays, which, unlike traditional x-rays, enable us to get clear images with about 80 percent less radiation and virtually instant results! While these allow us to see cavities forming and other issues, some of the exams we perform help prevent far more serious conditions.
Oral cancer screening exams are quick but comprehensive. They help us identify any signs of cancer, lesions, and cysts in the teeth, gums, neck, and palate. This way, we can protect both your dental and overall health.
To keep your gums free of disease, we can also perform scaling and root planing, where we go underneath your gums to remove plaque from your tooth roots. These are just a few of the comprehensive preventive dentistry services we offer.
Preventive Dentistry Services
- Dental examinations
- Professional cleanings
- Digital x-rays
- Oral cancer screening
- Fluoride and sealant treatment
- Scaling and root planning
- Oral hygiene guidance