Preventive Dentistry
Preventive measures can do wonders for your dental health. A few simple homecare practices, paired with regular visits to Elite Dentistry will go a long way toward maintaining optimal oral health.
If allowed to build-up, bacteria adheres to the teeth, tongue and soft tissue which becomes plaque, that over time can mineralize into a hard substance called calculus. Only professional cleanings can remove calculus. Inadequate plaque control is the primary cause of gingivitis (inflamed gums), periodontitis (bacteria gum disease), and oral malodor (bad breath). Patients can minimize bacterial accumulation through regular brushing, flossing, and tongue scraping, and periodic dental hygiene appointments (dental prophylaxis).Regular preventive dental visits to Century City Aesthetic Dentistry near Beverly Hills allow problems to be identified early while they can be fixed easily and painlessly.
What Should You Expect?
During a standard appointment at Elite Dentistry, a dental hygienist uses scaling instruments to remove the build-up of plaque and calculus from the teeth and soft tissue. The hygienist and dentist may:
• Screen for cancer and other diseases
• Evaluate supporting bone structure
• Check for cavities
• Assess the integrity existing dental restorations
• Take x-rays
• Apply Fluoride
• Evaluate aesthetic options
Professional Fluoride Therapy
Fluoride therapy has been proven beneficial in maintaining optimal oral health, particularly in the prevention of tooth decay and hypersensitivity. Professional fluoride treatments, combined with daily home therapy, can often times improve dental health. Treatment options vary according to a patient’s susceptibility to decay, level of tooth sensitivity, periodontal (gum) condition and number of cosmetic restorations.
Dental Sealants
Like fluoride, dental sealants can give today’s children a head start on good oral health. A dental sealant is a clear acrylic material that is applied directly to cavity-prone chewing surfaces and grooves of the back teeth, providing protection against decay.
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