The basis of sound dental care is routine cleaning and
maintenance. We customize cleanings on the basis of your
periodontal, (gums and bone), health. We utilize medicated gels
along with prescription mouth rinses in problem areas if necessary.
Ultrasonic scalers are sometimes used to make the procedure more
comfortable and effective as well.
Sealants should be used as
part of a child's total preventive dental care. Dental sealants are
thin plastic coatings which are applied to the chewing surfaces of
the molars (back teeth). Most tooth decay in children and teens
occurs in these surfaces. Sealants cover the chewing surfaces to
prevent decay. Applying sealants does not require drilling or
removing tooth structure. It is an easy three-step process: We clean
the tooth with a special toothpaste. A special cleansing liquid, on
a tiny piece of cotton, is rubbed gently on the tooth and is washed
off. Finally, the sealant is painted on the tooth. It takes about a
minute for the sealant to form a protective shield. One sealant
application can last for as long as 5 to 10 years. Sealants should
be checked regularly, and reapplied if they are no longer in
place.
Children and adults at high risk of dental decay may
benefit from using additional fluoride products, including dietary
supplements (for children who do not have adequate levels of
fluoride in their drinking water), mouth rinses, and professionally
applied gels and varnishes.
TMJ (Temporomandibular joint disorder)
The basis of sound dental care is routine cleaning and
maintenance. We customize cleanings on the basis of your
periodontal, (gums and bone), health. We utilize medicated gels
along with prescription mouth rinses in problem areas if necessary.
Ultrasonic scalers are sometimes used to make the procedure more
comfortable and effective as well.
