Preventive Dentistry

Preventative dentistry means utilizing services to prevent future dental health issues.

And visiting your Lansing, MI dentist on schedule for dental checkups and teeth cleanings helps avert expensive and time-consuming dental problems down the road.

When considering preventive measures, you also play an integral part. An excellent oral care regimen between dental checkups and teeth cleanings is important. We encourage brushing your teeth and flossing at least two times every day.

A woman getting her teeth checked by a dentist.

Your Dental Checkup

Each patient receives a comprehensive evaluation based on these main aspects:

Evaluation of dental conditions
Jaw, bite, and muscle evaluation
Periodontal evaluation of the gum tissue and bone
The appearance of teeth and smile
Oral cancer screening
Periodic x-rays

Educating our patients on the current status of their oral health provides them with the information they need to make the best decisions possible regarding their smile.

Professional Teeth Cleanings in Lansing, MI

Teeth cleanings are recommended two to three times a year. However, each patient is different, and a customized schedule may be adopted to address changing needs.

Our dental hygienists have a combined 48 years of teeth-cleaning experience. From routine teeth cleanings to more specialized treatments meant to stop the progression of gum disease, our hygienists can help.

The Importance of Digital Radiographs

Periodic xXrays are a useful tool to help diagnose and treat dental issues. Without digital X-rays, we can only see half of your tooth, the part that is above the gum tissue. The root, the amount of your tooth that is below the gum line, is much harder for us to see, yet still very important for us to monitor. Our dental office uses digital technology, which produces excellent images and assists in diagnostics. This innovation also means far less radiation compared with older technologies. Your health and safety are our number one priority.

Other Preventive Dentistry Measures

Fluoride treatments are available to help prevent decay by remineralizing the enamel that covers your teeth. Fluoride is a mineral found in some plants, soil, and water. Your Lansing dentist applies this treatment right here in our dental office.

Dental sealants are usually applied to children’s teeth, though they can be used on adults as well. Sometimes our teeth have deep grooves that make it easy for food debris or bacteria to get trapped, causing decay to form. Placing a sealant levels out the tooth, making teeth easier to brush and reduces the risk of decay.

Schedule Your Next Dental Exam in Lansing, MI

If you’re looking for quality dentistry in Lansing, MI, contact our dental office today to schedule your first appointment. If you’re a regular patient who has not visited our office in a while, we invite you to resume regular exams and professional teeth cleanings.

A woman sitting in a dentist chair smiling.

Learn More About Preventive Dentistry

Healthline: 6 Ways to Keep Your Gums Healthy

Cleveland Clinic: Oral Hygiene

Colgate: Brushing and Flossing 101

Colgate: 5 Types Of Dentist Recommended Toothpaste