Comprehensive Oral Evaluation
Oral health examination to detect oral disease and provide detailed treatment recommendation. It includes low-radiation digital X-rays, intraoral cameras, screening of cavities, cysts, gum disease, bone recession, TMJ and oral cancer, et al. Regular examinations are very important to prevent health issues before they become serious. The American Dental Association recommends that you visit your dentist every six months for regul6ar exams and professional cleanings.
Signs and Symptoms of Periodontal Disease
Oral Cancer 1
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Dental Cleanings
Professional cleanings performed by a certified dentist or hygienist to remove tartar/plaque and stains from teeth surfaces. It includes tooth scaling, tooth polishing and ultrasonic debridement. It was recommanded to have teeth professionally cleaned every six months to prevent cavities and gum disease.
Periodontal Cleanings
Dental Hygiene Visit
Non-Surgical Gum Treatments
Also called deep cleaning, is to remove bacteria, calculus (tartar), and debris collected below gum line by performing scaling and root planing (root of tooth smoothed and shaped to remove bacteria) after local anesthetic (numbing). Antimicrobials or antibiotics may be recommanded to be applied locally for healing. Gum disease is the major cause of bone loss and accounts for about 70% of all tooth loss in adults. Symptoms of gum disease include: bad breath, red or swollen gums, tender or bleeding gums, painful chewing, loose teeth, sensitive teeth, receding gums or longer appearing teeth.
Periodontal (Gum) Disease: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
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Gum Recession
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Tooth Decay Prevention
To paint sealants on the chewing surfaces of teeth to protect these vulnerable areas from tooth decay. Sealants can usually protect teeth from decay for 5 - 10 years before needing replacement, but they need to be checked for chipping or wearing at regular dental check-ups.
Tooth Decay
Dental Sealants
Mouthguards and Nightguards
Custom made mouthguard that cover worn over teeth to protect teeth from injury or from teeth grinding at night.
Teeth Grinding
Athletic Mouthguards
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