Preventive Dentistry
The role of preventive dentistry is to protect your teeth, gums, and other oral structures from injury and disease.
Whether you’re interested in dental sealants or need to schedule a , you can trust our Grand Rapids preventive dentists to look out for your oral health.
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Preventive Dentistry Services
Gum Disease Treatments
While periodontal disease is irreversible, there are still things you can do to prevent its progression. For example, our gum disease dentists offer scaling and root planing. During this gum disease treatment, we remove plaque and tartar from the gum pockets around your teeth.
Dental Cleanings & Exams
When was your last teeth cleaning? The American Dental Association recommends you get a teeth cleaning and oral examination at least every six months. If it’s been awhile since you’ve seen our teeth cleaning dentists in Grand Rapids, schedule your appointment today.
Sealants
We may recommend dental sealants if you have deep pits or fissures on the surface of your molars (back teeth) that collect plaque. While we often recommend dental sealants for children, adults can also benefit from getting dental sealants. A sealant covers the entire chewing surface of your tooth, sealing it from food particles, plaque, and tartar.
Fluoride Treatment
The white outer layer of your teeth protects the more sensitive dentin beneath, which is why we often recommend fluoride treatment for our patients. During your appointment, we’ll apply topical fluoride varnish to the surface of your teeth. Fluoride varnish strengthens tooth enamel, protecting teeth from cavity-causing plaque.
Dental Hygiene
While teeth cleanings help remove plaque and tartar, it’s important that you continue to practice good oral hygiene at home between appointments. We understand that each patient has their own unique oral health needs, depending on their age, medical history, and other factors. Dental hygiene not only protects your smile, but can help you save money in the long run.
Oral Cancer Screenings
Our oral cancer screening dentists know that your chance of survival increases the earlier we’re able to detect oral and throat cancer. This is why we highly recommend our patients receive their oral cancer screening at least once a year. An oral cancer screening could save your life.