| Prevention is the first step to avoiding dental diseases and tooth decay. At Hoover Dental Center, we provide a personalized dental program aimed at preventing dental problems. Enjoying a healthier smile can be prolonged by preventing the onset, progress, and recurrence of dental diseases and conditions to preserve the natural development of your mouth and supporting structures.
We promote, restore, and maintain your oral health with regular dental exams, cleanings, and x-rays, however, great preventive dental programs start at home. It is good to take preventative care of your teeth with good oral hygiene and a balanced diet.
Dental Exams & Cleaning
It is important to schedule dental exams every six months for the long term health of your teeth and gums. Regular checkups are encouraged to increase the chances of detecting early onset dental problems such as cavities, diseases, and oral cancers.
In addition, scheduling a professional teeth cleaning along with your dental exam is another way to provide long term benefits for your teeth and gums. Our certified dental hygienists perform professional teeth cleaning to build a strong foundation for preventing gum disease and tooth decay. Professional teeth cleanings remove plaque and tartar that has hardened on the tooth surface that cannot be removed by traditional brushing alone.
Once a professional teeth cleaning has been completed, caring for your gums and teeth becomes easier and more effective. Without professional teeth cleaning, plaque attached to the tooth hardens and builds up which can possibly result in the inflammation of your gums. Plaque build-up also prevents brushing and flossing from affecting the areas underneath the build-up. These problems can lead to tooth decay and gum disease which is why professional teeth cleaning is highly-recommended for removal of plaque and bacteria to allow effective brushing and flossing.
Professional teeth cleanings also includes polishing and the removal of coffee, tee, and other stains to keep your smile beautiful and healthy. The benefits of a professional teeth cleaning can last a lifetime, schedule your cleaning today!
Dental X-Rays
Dental x-rays are essential in detecting hidden dental abnormalities that are not visible during a regular dental exam. Dental x-rays are another preventive tool used to detect and stop progressing dental abnormalities. Without dental x-rays, problem areas may go undetected and dental diseases may continue to progress into crucial stages.
Dental x-rays produce a low level of radiation exposure equivalent to radiation exposure a personal receives in a single day from natural resources and are considered safe. Dentists take precautions to limit the exposure of x-ray radiation by using lead apron shields to protect the body as well as fast film that cuts down the exposure time.
New patients are recommended a full mouth series of dental x-rays for a first-time visit to evaluate dental health. Dental x-rays are then taken as needed or on average 1 to 2 times per year.
Home Care
Preventative dental home care can be easily taken care of with a daily routine of brushing and flossing. Children should also implement this process but often require some adult supervision to also stress the importance of brushing and flossing. For children, flossing should be introduced into the routine once a child’s teeth become closer to one another. Be supportive of your child’s interest in brushing and flossing their teeth next to you and encourage dental home care by making sure they are brushing and flossing correctly.
Many adults have a difficult time making brushing and flossing a regular part of their daily routine. Getting kids to engage in preventative homecare will create a healthy routine the both of you can enjoy. |
