The Importance of Oral Hygiene
Good oral hygiene is necessary for eliminating bacteria in the mouth. If left unaddressed, harmful bacteria can form plaque that can lead to long-term ailments such as periodontal disease. A good dental care routine and regular checkups can keep your mouth healthy and prevent inflammation, infection, decay, and tooth loss that results from poor oral hygiene.
Our Preventive Dentistry Services
Dental Exams & Cleanings
Dental exams allow our dentists to evaluate your current level of dental care. We can also provide suggestions for future care to protect your oral health from cavities and gum disease. With dental examinations, we can also detect certain problems early for swift and efficient treatment. Dr. Buck may perform an X-ray to receive a more detailed summary of your oral health and to more closely identify any problems.
At your routine visit, we’ll also provide a thorough tooth cleaning to remove surface stains. Our hygienists can also remove tartar or calculus, which requires professional dental instruments to effectively clean them from your teeth.
Dental Sealants
Dental sealants create a protective barrier between your back molars to protect them against unhealthy bacteria. By “sealing” the deep grooves of your teeth, this dental treatment doesn’t give any space for bacteria to settle in. While this is usually a children’s dental treatment, Dr. Buck can place sealants for patients of all ages, especially if you’re prone to cavities.
Periodontal Treatment
Periodontal (gum) disease affects the soft tissues of your mouth, causing inflamed and bleeding gums. When caught in its early stages, our dentist can easily reverse the effects of gum disease with a deep cleaning. However, if left to progress, it could lead to further complications. We offer scaling and root planing treatments to eliminate gum disease at its source.
Tooth Extractions
While no patient wants to hear they need a tooth extraction, it may be necessary to save your oral health. Dr. Buck may elect to remove teeth that are too damaged or decayed for a non-surgical root canal treatment. Our dentist in Creston will ensure your procedure is as painless as possible. Best of all, we provide a variety of tooth restoration options for your convenience and will discuss your options at your initial consultation.
