What is preventive dentistry?
Dr. Vero’s office focuses on education, teaching you how to maintain daily oral health care practices, along with offering dental procedures to keep your teeth and gums healthy.
Preventive dentistry includes your involvement in your oral health care, in addition to seeing your provider for regular, routine checkups.
Your provider’s preventive care services help prevent issues before they can develop. It can reduce your risk of dental problems such as:
- Cavities
- Gum disease
- Periodontitis
- Gingivitis
- Enamel loss
When you protect your oral health, you can avoid issues ranging from mild to severe.
What are the benefits of preventive dentistry?
Treating dental issues in the early stages can save your teeth and gums from more serious problems in the future, including losing a tooth.
The different treatments of preventive dentistry can:
- Prevent cavities
- Help eliminate bad breath
- Identify and treat bruxism
- Prevent gum disease
- Catch jaw issues early
- Improve your smile
When you don’t take care of your oral health, you can develop health problems, such as diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and respiratory disease.
What treatments does preventive dentistry offer?
Preventive dentistry offers several services to keep your teeth and gums healthy, including:
- Dental cleanings
- Dental exams
- Digital X-rays
- Fillings
- Crowns
- Night guards
- Root planing and scaling
Comprehensive preventive care covers all areas of your oral health.
Can I practice preventive dentistry at home?
Dr. Vero’s office encourages you to keep routine practices at home to care for your oral health. These include:
Brushing your teeth
You should brush your teeth at least twice a day with a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste. Don’t forget to also brush your tongue to remove additional bacteria from your mouth, and remember to replace your toothbrush at least three or four times a year.
Flossing your teeth
Flossing at least one time a day helps remove food particles and debris, helping you avoid the development of bacteria, plaque buildup, and tartar.
Eating a nutritious diet
What you eat can have an impact on your oral health. Limiting your sugar intake, decreasing your carbohydrates, and drinking at least eight glasses of water a day can help protect your teeth and gums. You can also supplement your diet with vitamins.
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