Preventive Dentistry Specialist

What is preventive dentistry?

Preventive dentistry is a dental philosophy that promotes good oral hygiene and routine dental maintenance in order to keep you in a constant state of optimal dental health. Preventive dentistry aims to treat dental complications by preventing them from ever forming in the first place.

How does preventive dentistry improve my oral health?

By exercising good at-home oral care and stressing early detection of potential concerns, preventive dentistry can protect you from a number of dental issues. Tooth decay and gum disease, for example, can be entirely avoided with regular brushing and flossing and routine professional cleanings. Both of these issues become more expensive and difficult to treat the longer they’re allowed to develop untreated.

What preventive dentistry services are offered?

In addition to teaching you good at-home care and ensuring that you’re brushing and flossing properly, Dr. Cheney offers a number of preventive dental services to ensure that your smile is always healthy. Some of the services provided include:

Cleanings

Routine professional dental cleanings are vital to the health of your mouth. Dr. Cheney and his team use special tools and techniques to eliminate the plaque that you might be missing when you brush and floss at home.

These tools are also the only way to remove tartar, which is plaque that has hardened beneath the gum line. Regular cleanings are one of the best tools available for fighting tooth decay and gum disease and keeping your smile healthy.

Dental exams and oral cancer screenings

Regular dental exams allow Dr. Cheney and his team to stay on top of any problems before they’ve had a chance to develop into something bigger. For example, during your exams, Dr. Cheney measures the depth of the pockets between your teeth and gums to ensure that you’re not showing any signs of periodontal disease. He’ll also check for any signs of oral cancer, which should always be treated as soon as possible.

Dental sealants

Dental sealants are thin plastic coatings that Dr. Cheney paints onto the chewing surfaces of your molars to prevent debris and bacteria from building up and causing tooth decay. By stopping tooth decay before it starts, dental sealants can save you the time, money, and the hassle of having to fill cavities.

Night guards

Bruxism, or teeth grinding, can lead to a range of dental concerns, from TMJ to worn-down teeth that are more prone to decay. Dr. Cheney can fit you with a custom-designed night guard that minimizes the damage done by teeth grinding, saving you from a number of complications down the road.

To learn more about how you can improve the health of your smile with good preventive care, schedule an appointment today with Dr. Cheney and the team at Fayette Dental Group. You can call the office or book online.