General Dentistry

Preventative Dentistry to Protect Your Smile

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The best treatment for any oral health issue is prevention. That’s why we offer preventative dentistry services. Our preventative services help patients to maintain healthy teeth and gums, which in turn prevents the development of gum disease, cavities, and more. Along with strong at-home care, we’ll help to ensure your teeth and gums stay healthy for years to come.

A regular at-home routine should include the following:

  • Brushing at least twice a day, morning and night
  • Flossing at least once a day
  • Rinsing with fluoride mouthwash at least once a day

How Your Dentist and Dental Hygienist Can Help in the Fight

Even the most diligent home routine is not enough to ensure your teeth remain free of decay and gum disease-causing bacteria. Visiting your dentist annually for a thorough exam and having your teeth cleaned at least twice a year by a qualified hygienist will allow them to diagnose and treat more serious issues in the very early stages when treatment can be accomplished using less invasive techniques.

Exam Expectations

A checkup not only gives your dentist and hygienist a chance to assess the health of your teeth and gums but also gives the office the opportunity to update your dental records.

An adult checkup usually includes these services:

  • Dental X-Rays and Photos
  • Tooth-By-Tooth Inspections
  • Head and Neck Oral Cancer Screening
  • Bite Analysis
  • Gum Disease Assessment / Screening
  • Cleaning

Children should start seeing a dentist after the first tooth erupts in their mouth. If not before, they should definitely begin check-ups by age 2 or 3. Although not as comprehensive, they are still the best way to diagnose and treat issues before they become bigger problems. Starting earlier also allows your child to become comfortable with their dentist before they get old enough for more thorough examinations.

Dental Cleanings

Cleanings typically happen during the same appointment as your comprehensive oral health exam. After your dentist has performed the exam, a hygienist will perform a gum disease screening and evaluate the health of the gums and bone. From here, the appropriate type of cleaning can be diagnosed based on your individual needs.

The first phase of a standard cleaning will have your hygienist using an ultrasonic or hand scaler to remove tartar and plaque from on and between your teeth and your gum line. If during this initial process you need to take a break or begin to experience any pain or discomfort, make sure you let your hygienist know. This will allow them to adjust the settings or be aware of problem areas as they go.

After the scaling is complete, each tooth will be polished using a special paste. The oral healthcare specialist will complete each tooth one at a time until all have been treated.

Finally, your teeth will be flossed, and your hygienist will let you know if there are any areas you may need to pay more attention to during your routine, at-home oral health care.

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Other Treatments and Measures to Help Maintain Good Oral Health

Sealants

During your visits, your dentist may advise a dental sealant and/or fluoride supplements, especially for children whose teeth are naturally softer and more susceptible to decay.

Dental sealants are clear plastic coatings that are “painted” onto the back molars. They work as an extra shield against the sugars that cause decay. Both children and adults can benefit from having sealants applied to the harder-to-clean back teeth to reduce the possibility of cavities.

Although easy to apply, the sealants will wear off eventually, so they will need periodic re-application to continue the benefits.

Mouth Guards

For those who play sports, a mouthguard is an absolute necessity. These guards will help to protect your teeth from damage like chips, cracks, and even tooth loss. For optimal care, you’ll want to consider a custom mouthguard created by the team at Baer Dental. We will take an impression of your teeth and create a mouthguard perfect for your teeth, gums, and jawbone. The results will be a snug and comfortable fit with optimal protection for any sport.

Our dental clinic is conveniently located in Lone Tree, CO, near Southlands, but also services Lone Tree, Lakewood, Thornton, Arvada, Centennial, Stapleton, Green Valley Ranch, Castle Rock, Virginia Village, Parker, Littleton, and all neighboring communities.

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