When was the last time you and your family visited us for a checkup and cleaning? With family dentistry, we can help everyone of all ages enjoy better oral health. In today’s blog, Dreem Dentistry in Leawood, KS, talks about enjoying your summer vacation with your healthiest smile!
Your Family’s Checkup and Cleaning
Family dentistry always includes a checkup and cleaning visit, and we recommend one for patients of all ages every six months. When we check in with kids and adults every six months, we can catch serious issues in their early stages, treating them before they threaten your smile. These issues include tooth decay, gum disease, and TMJ/bruxism. In the same visit, we also take time to clean your teeth, which removes the plaque and tartar from your teeth to not only brighten teeth and freshens breath, but to limit the risk of tooth decay and periodontal issues!
Oral Cancer Screening
For adults, we will also screen for oral cancer. Oral cancer is a widespread concern that impacts an estimated 53,000 people a year, and has a high mortality rate since it is rarely caught in the early stages. But if caught early, the chances of recovery are much higher, so you should see us for an exam and screening every year, preferably twice a year!
Periodontal Cleanings
If we find you have gingivitis or the early stages of gum disease, we could help with a deep cleaning. The periodontal cleaning uses the same tools as a traditional one, but we also remove buildup for the roots and from under the gums to make the issue manageable and protect your smile from discomfort and tooth loss. This could take one visit or several, it all depends on the severity of your buildup.
Children’s Dentistry
Children need routine care and we can help with family dentistry. Our team can conduct checkups and cleanings for kids, helping them enjoy better oral health. We also take time to talk about caring for their smiles to instill good oral hygiene habits, and ensure they don’t develop dental anxiety later in life. We also have treatments to help kids avoid tooth decay. We can apply fluoride to the teeth every six months to keep the outer enamel strong. We also have dental sealants, which are applied to the rear teeth and prevent food and drink particles from being caught where kids have a difficult time reaching when they brush and floss. Sealants can stay in place for years at a time!
Treatment for TMJ Disorder and Bruxism (Teeth Grinding)
Our team can also use family dentistry to take on issues like TMJ disorder and even bruxism (teeth grinding). We do so with a custom oral appliance, which is worn at night while you sleep and repositions the jaw to ease strain, and also places a soft barrier between your teeth to prevent damage from grinding and clenching.
Dental Fillings
If you have a cavity, we can help in only one visit with a dental filling. The restoration looks natural and helps stop decay, preventing infection and keeping your smile intact!
Root Canal Therapy
When a tooth is infected, we could offer a gentle root canal to remove the infected tissues and replace them with a special filling. We then cap the tooth with a durable and lifelike crown, so you enjoy relief from painful symptoms and avoid the risk of tooth loss!
Tooth Extraction
If a tooth cannot be treated with a restoration, it could threaten infection and tooth loss throughout the smile. But we could help with a tooth extraction. By removing a tooth, we can prevent wisdom tooth impaction, restore bite balance and chewing function, and prevent the spread of infection from a severely decayed/damaged tooth. This can also aid in orthodontic treatment and proper smiles for denture placement!
If you have any questions about how we help smiles of all ages with family dentistry, or if you are ready to schedule a visit to see our team, then contact our office today to learn more and get started. We want to help you smile with confidence and enjoy good oral health for years to come. Remember, for kids, summer is a great time to schedule a checkup and cleaning, so they obtain care without missing school and extracurricular activities!
Our Team Offers Family Dentistry
With family dentistry we can help everyone in your family enjoy summer fun with bright and healthy smiles. We can examine and clean your teeth, and offer care with lifelike restoration and even custom mouthguards. Call Dreem Dentistry in Leawood, KS, today at (913) 681-5500 to schedule your visit with our friendly team. Enjoy your best smile this summer, and in all the seasons to come!
