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Maintaining your oral care is important for your overall health. Preventative dentistry is active care that helps maintain good oral health, and in turn prevents serious oral health conditions. Whether that is through a regular oral exam, routine teeth cleaning. or routine x-rays, consistent visits to a qualified dentist will protect your overall dental health.
PREVENTATIVE DENTISTRY SERVICES
Preventative dental care begins with you. Patients need to keep up with their appointments and make sure that they visit their dentists at least once every 6 months. A good dental cleaning for example, removes built up plaque and tartar that a regular at-home cleaning cannot do.
Not only is a regular dental checkup good for your teeth, but it’s important for your overall health. The most common preventative dental services include:
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GUM DISEASE TREATMENTS
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Restorative Dentistry
Restorative dentistry is the integration of art and technology that helps our clients achieve both the function and beauty of an amazing smile. Dental crowns, dental bridges, safe root canals, white fillings, and dental bonding are expertly performed at Southern York Smile Care. Dr. Haywood and his gentle team are eager to help you restore your teeth.
Sedation Dentistry
Do you have fear of dental treatments, panic disorders, or severe gagging problems? You can have all of your dental care performed while you “sleep.” Our gentle and compassionate dental staff can help you choose one of our options for dental sedation that is right for you. Dental anxiety is common. Let Southern York Smile Care help you achieve total oral wellness comfortably and without anxiety.
Gum Disease Treatments
Periodontal diseases are rampant in our communities and yet are often easy for us to professionally treat. Gum disease infection can affect total body wellness and have been shown to even have fatal effects if not treated. Whether you need an exceptional dental cleaning, non-surgical periodontal treatment, gum surgery, or gum grafts, the experienced, caring, and professional team at Southern York Smile Care can help you achieve and maintain the oral health you deserve.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is deep cleaning considered preventive care?
Deep cleaning is a treatment of disease; therefore, it does not fall under preventative care services. As a result, deep cleaning costs more out of pocket to address the problem. It’s vital to deal with gum disease before it gets worse, so deep cleaning may be recommended for you. Preventative services include oral exams, X-rays, fluoride treatments, and routine cleanings.
Does dental cleaning loosen teeth?
Routine dental cleaning should not loosen teeth if you brush and floss regularly. Teeth can feel loose after a deep cleaning when heavy plaque is removed, indicating gum disease. Practice good oral hygiene to avoid problems later!
What happens during a dental exam?
The purpose of a dental exam is to check for any signs of tooth decay and gum disease. A dental hygienist will clean your teeth, and a dentist will have a look at your mouth following the cleaning. Your dentist may want X-rays and recommend a fluoride treatment.
When should you get oral cancer screening?
Adults over 20 should get an oral cancer screening every three years. If you are over 40, once a year is recommended. Smoking and chewing tobacco, alcohol abuse, poor diet, and family history may increase your chances of oral cancer.
Does oral health affect overall health?
Yes! A healthy mouth is a sign of good overall health, and it is essential to practice good oral hygiene and maintain healthy teeth and gums. Poor oral health has been linked to heart disease leading to stroke and other complications like diabetes.
How often should you get a dental exam?
It is recommended to get your teeth cleaned by a professional twice a year. At the minimum, you should schedule a dental exam every year to stay on top of your oral health.
How serious is a tooth cavity?
A tooth cavity should not be ignored, and a hole in your tooth can become painful and expensive to fix! Early detection of tooth decay is often spotted during routine dental exams. If you think you might be getting a cavity, make an appointment with your dentist as soon as possible.
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