Preventive Dental Care
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Modern-day dentistry focuses on preventing dental issues from occurring in the first place. At RS Dental, we provide comprehensive preventive dental services in Springvale & Abbotsford, offering expert care that helps maintain your optimal oral health.
Maintain Optimal Oral Health for Life
Long-term oral health relies on preventive care. Our comprehensive preventive dental services include regular check-ups, cleanings, dental sealants, and fluoride treatments, helping you maintain a healthy smile and prevent dental issues before they arise.
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What Is Preventive Dental Care?
Preventive Dental Care is the proactive approach to maintaining a good oral health and preventing dental problems before they begin. Through regular professional cleanings and examinations, you can easily find if there are any emerging issues like cavities, plaque or Tooth Decay which may lead to endodontic treatment or gum disease in future.
It not only saves you from the pain and costs of treating advanced dental diseases down the road, but preventive dental care also helps protect your overall systemic health, which is intimately connected to your mouth’s well-being.
“Investing in preventive Dentistry is a wise choice to preserve your beautiful smile’s youthful vitality for decades to come.”
What to Expect from Our Preventive Dental Services
At Springvale & Richmond Dental Group, we believe preventive dentistry is the key to lifelong oral health. Our warm and friendly team will welcome you into a calm, state-of-the-art environment focused on your comfort.
- During your visit, we’ll thoroughly evaluate your teeth, gums, and overall oral hygiene through advanced screening methods.
- Our gentle hygienists will then meticulously clean your mouth, removing any buildup of plaque and tartar.
- You’ll also receive tailored guidance on proper brushing, flossing, and dietary tips to maintain that sparkling smile between visits.
The Benefits of Preventive Dental Care
Think of preventive dental care as a premium smile insurance policy. By catching and treating oral issues early before they escalate, you’ll save money, time, and unnecessary discomfort.
- Early Detection and Treatment of Oral Issues – Preventive dental care allows your dentist to catch problems like cavities, gum disease, oral cancer, and other issues in their earliest, most treatable stages before they escalate into bigger issues requiring invasive treatment.
- Saves Money in the Long Run – By identifying and treating dental problems promptly, preventive care helps you avoid costly procedures down the road to fix advanced decay or gum disease.
- Preserves Your Natural Teeth – Routine cleanings, exams, fluoride treatments and proper dental care prevent tooth loss by protecting your teeth from decay, gum disease and other damage over time.
- Brightens Your Smile – Regular professional cleanings remove stains and discoloration, leaving your teeth whiter and brighter.
By practicing preventive dental care, you’ll enjoy a lifetime of confidence in your healthy, beautiful smile.
The Benefits of Preventive Dental Care
The short answer is everyone! From children developing oral hygiene habits to seniors aiming to preserve their remaining teeth, preventive dental services offer a lifetime of benefits.
- Children: Learning good oral hygiene habits early on.
- Teens: Addressing plaque buildup and tooth development issues.
- Adults: Keeping smiles bright and gums healthy.
- Seniors: Preserving remaining teeth and gums.
No matter your age, preventive dental care is a wise investment for your long-term oral health.
Why Preventive Dentistry is So Important?
Delaying dental care can lead to severe consequences such as cavities, gum disease, tooth loss, and systemic conditions like diabetes or heart disease. However, these issues are easy to avoid with preventive dental care.
Our proactive approach helps us identify dental issues early, ensuring your smile stays beautiful and your overall health remains in check.
Preventive Dental Care vs. Normal Dental Care
| Point | Preventive Dental Care | Normal Dental Care |
| Focus | Preventing dental problems before they start | Treating existing dental issues |
| Approach | Proactive maintenance | Reactive treatment |
| Key Services | Cleanings, check-ups, fluoride treatment, sealants | Fillings, crowns, root canals, extractions |
| Cost | Lowers overall costs and lasts long-term | Higher costs for restorative treatments |
| Frequency | Ongoing, typically every 6 months | As needed when problems arise |
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At Springvale & Richmond Dental Group, we believe the key to lifelong oral health and beautiful smiles lies in preventive dental care. Our skilled team utilises the latest technologies and techniques to provide comprehensive preventive services tailored to your unique needs.
From routine cleanings and exams to fluoride treatments, and sealants – we make your smile our top priority.
Despite the best preventive measures, emergencies can still occur. If you experience a dental issue that requires immediate attention, such as a sudden toothache or injury, our Emergency Dental Services are here to help.
Common Dental Problems You Can Prevent with Preventive Dental Care
1. Tooth Decay and Cavities
Preventive care disrupts the entire decay process before it ever leads to cavities. During cleanings, all plaque and tartar buildup is removed from tooth surfaces. Plaque contains bacteria that produce acids that demineralize and create holes (cavities) in teeth. Fluoride treatments fortify and remineralize enamel to resist acid attacks. Dental sealants protect deep grooves in back teeth (molars and premolars) where decay often starts.
2. Gum Disease
Gum disease is caused by bacterial plaque and calcified tartar accumulating along the gum line. Preventive cleanings eliminate this buildup to keep gums healthy. Without treatment, gingivitis (gum inflammation) progresses to periodontitis – irreversible bone and tissue loss around teeth, which is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults.
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Common Dental Care Services
1. Dental Cleanings/Prophylaxis
During a professional cleaning, a dental hygienist uses specialized tools to thoroughly remove hardened plaque (calculus/tartar) and stains from tooth surfaces that brushing alone cannot eliminate. This includes scaling to remove deposits below the gumline. Cleanings disrupt the buildup of bacterial plaque that causes cavities, gum disease, and bad breath. They also create a smooth surface that delays future plaque/tartar accumulation.
2. Dental Examinations
The dentist performs a comprehensive visual inspection of the entire oral cavity using bright lights and mirrors. This includes checking all tooth surfaces for any signs of decay, cracks, or defects. They evaluate the gums for puffiness, recession, or bleeding that could indicate gum disease. The exam also involves screening for oral cancers by inspecting the tongue, cheeks, throat, and face/neck areas for abnormalities. Overall, it allows issues to be identified early before they progress.
3. Dental X-Rays
Radiographic X-ray imaging provides dentists with crucial diagnostic information about the full structure and health of teeth and jawbone that are invisible to the naked eye during an exam. Bitewing x-rays detect cavities developing between teeth. Periapical x-rays show the entire tooth from crown to root tip to check for abscesses, cysts, tooth positioning issues and bone loss. Panoramic X-rays reveal problems with jaw joints, tooth development, tumours and more.
4. Fluoride Treatments
Fluoride is a mineral that makes enamel more resistant to decay by remineralizing and strengthening it. During a professional fluoride treatment, the hygienist applies a high-concentration fluoride varnish, gel, or foam to all tooth surfaces after cleaning. This replenishes high levels of topical fluoride to optimize cavity prevention until the next cleaning. It is especially beneficial for kids and adults prone to cavities.
