Preventive Dental Care in Dacula

What to Anticipate on Your Preventive Dental Visit

Here’s what generally happens once you come for your regular dental checkup with Quintero Periodontics:

1. Professional Cleaning: Your hygienist will thoroughly clean your teeth to remove plaque and tartar deposits. This includes brushing, flossing, and sometimes using water or ultrasonic tools to scrub beneath the gum line. Your teeth will be smooth and fresh afterwards.
2. Dental X-Rays: If it’s been a while since your last ones, we can take digital X-rays. They allow us to see hidden problems like cavities, infection, or gum disease early on, before they become bigger issues.
3. Oral Examination: We will examine your gums and teeth very carefully for signs of gum disease, decay, or any unusual features. If there’s anything wrong, we’ll explain it to you simply and discuss what we need to do with you.
4. Personalized Treatment Plan: Whether you require any dental procedure, we’ll assist in making a plan that suits you, your needs, your budget, and your schedule. If everything checks out, we’ll just schedule your next cleaning!

Services We Provide for Preventive Dental Care

We have a variety of options for preventive dental care in your area, such as:

1. Cleanings & Exams: Having your teeth cleaned every six months eliminates debris you can’t always get at home. Brushing twice a day and daily flossing are still important, too.
2. Digital X-Rays: Our state-of-the-art digital X-rays are fast and easy and expose you to less radiation than older X-rays. These are typically done annually unless something comes up.
3. Fluoride Treatments: Following your cleaning, we can apply a fluoride gel or varnish to make your teeth stronger and prevent decay. This is a quick, painless method of maintaining your enamel.
4. Periodontal Care (Gum Disease Treatment): If you have gum disease, we treat it to assist in controlling it. Early gum disease (gingivitis) can usually be reversed, whereas more severe phases require deep cleanings every several months to control it.
5. Oral Cancer Screenings: We examine your gums, tongue, and other soft tissues for any abnormal signs. If it appears to be anything out of the ordinary, we can send you for further testing. It’s an easy addition to the visit that may be a huge help.
6. Mouthguards: If you experience tooth grinding at night, we can have a custom night guard made to safeguard them. We also have sports mouthguards for athletes to avoid injuries during games or practice.
   

• Periodontal Care –People dealing with gum disease confront the risk of tooth loss and associated complications. Gingivitis, the initial phase, can be reversed through diligent cleanings and consistent home care. Regular dental checkups are vital for individuals with gum disease, enabling management of oral health before it escalates.For patients with advanced gum disease, we recommend scheduling frequent deep cleanings, generally every three months. This proactive strategy can halt the advancement of periodontitis, preserving their oral health.
• Oral Cancer Screenings – At Quintero Periodontics, during our thorough checkup, we look at your mouth, gums, and other oral tissues for any unusual spots, bumps, or color changes. If we find anything strange, we may take a small sample and send it to a specialist for more tests. Oral cancer isn’t common, but keeping up with regular dental care helps catch any problems early.
• Mouthguards – Many people grind or clench their teeth while sleeping, which can cause damage. Night guards are an excellent solution. They’re soft barriers that protect your teeth from grinding and clenching. Your dentist will make a mold of your teeth or use a scan to create a custom night guard just for you.Similarly, sports mouth guards are worn over the teeth, but they’re for protecting against injuries during high-impact sports. A sports guard made by a professional fits well and shields your mouth, face, and head from injuries caused by hits.