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A preventive program is a cooperative effort by the patient, dentist, and dental staff to preserve the natural dentition and support structures by preventing the onset, progress, and recurrence of dental diseases and conditions.

Preventing dental disease starts at home with good oral hygiene and a balanced diet.  It is continued in the dental office by the efforts of your dentist and dental hygienist to promote, restore, and maintain your oral health.

Prevention also includes regular dental exams, cleanings, and x-rays. Sealants and fluoride are also great preventive treatments that help protect the teeth.

Teeth Cleaning and preventative care at dentist office.

What to Expect from Suncreek Dental Exams & Cleanings

Comprehensive Dental Exam

Your dentist will perform a comprehensive dental exam at your initial dental visit.  At regular check-up exams, your dentist and hygienist will perform the following:

  • Examination of diagnostic X-rays (radiographs): Essential for detecting decay, tumors, cysts, and bone loss.  X-rays also help determine tooth and root positions.
  • Oral cancer screening: Check the face, neck, lips, tongue, throat, tissues, and gums for signs of oral cancer.
  • Gum disease evaluation: Check the gums and bone around the teeth for signs of periodontal disease.
  • Examination of tooth decay: We will check all tooth surfaces for decay with special dental instruments.
  • Examination of existing restorations: Check current fillings, crowns, etc.


Professional Dental Cleaning

Registered Dental Hygienists usually perform professional dental cleanings (dental prophylaxis).  Your cleaning appointment will include a dental exam and the following:

  • Removal of calculus (tartar): Calculus is a hardened plaque left on the tooth for some time and firmly attached to the tooth surface.  Calculus forms above and below the gum line and can only be removed with special dental instruments.
  • Removal of plaque: Plaque is a sticky, almost invisible film that forms on the teeth. It’s a colony of living bacteria, food debris, and saliva. Bacteria produce toxins (poisons) that inflame the gums.  This inflammation is the start of periodontal disease!
  • Teeth polishing: Remove stains and plaque not otherwise removed during tooth brushing and scaling.

Prevention helps avoid serious and costly dental problems and is the key to having a healthy, confident, beautiful smile.

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