Preventative Dentistry
Ridgeway DentalWhen it comes to healthy teeth and gums, regular care is the key to prevention. We can help you address small problems before they become big ones, and develop strategies to manage chronic conditions.
There are many forms of preventative dentistry, those include daily brushing and routine dental cleanings. These practices are to ensure the cleanliness and strength of your teeth, also to keep them pearly white. Daily flossing is also highly recommended to all patients. Flossing can you to clean out those hard to reach places between your teeth. Another tool that helps keep your teeth healthy is having a well balanced diet. This can provide the teeth with the nutrients they need to stay strong and healthy.
Who benefits from preventative dentistry?
Absolutely everyone benefits from preventative dentistry. Infants and adolescents specifically benefit from it because it allows their new developing teeth to come in strong. The elderly also benefit from preventative dentistry because it can help them keep their real teeth. Oral health is connected to the bodies health as a whole and this is because the mouth is a main area for harmful bacteria.
What are the benefits of preventative dentistry?
Our patients can greatly reduce their risk of getting cavities, gingivitis, periodontitis, and other dental problems with good oral hygiene. In turn, this can prevent the risk of secondary problems occurring from poor oral health.
