Preventive Dentistry Tewksbury
Supporting Your Efforts at Home with Routine Dental Care
Simply put, routine preventive dental care is the cornerstone of maintaining a healthy, happy smile for life. These visits let Dr. Bustillo-Gonzalez and our team closely examine and thoroughly clean your teeth, answer any questions you have, and plan out treatments that promote long-term dental health. If it’s been longer than six months since your last dental checkup, don’t wait—contact us today so that we can help you set up your dental health for a bright future.
Why Choose Shawsheen Family Dental for Preventive Dentistry?
- Plenty of One-on-One Time with the Dentist
- Dental Membership Program for Individuals & Businesses
- Sedation Options Available for Nervous Patients
Dental Checkups & Cleanings
Even if you have excellent at-home hygiene habits, coming into our office every six months for a checkup and cleaning seals the deal and ensures that your smile is entirely problem-free. During these appointments, Dr. Bustillo-Gonzalez will carefully examine your smile, searching for any concerning signs or symptoms, while also answering any questions you have and helping to make sure you’re taking care of things at home. During the cleaning portion of the visit, built-up tartar and plaque are removed from your teeth before they’re thoroughly polished.
Curodont Repair Fluoride Plus
Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral that’s found in the majority of oral hygiene products, as well as many drinking water sources, since it directly benefits the enamel layer of the teeth. This is why, as part of routine checkups and cleanings at our office, we also ask to administer a fluoride treatment to give your teeth an added layer of protection in between visits. Curodont Repair Fluoride Plus is a non-invasive therapy that helps to replace lost minerals in the tooth enamel; in other words, it can reverse early signs of tooth decay, making it invaluable in the ongoing fight against cavities.
Nightguards for Bruxism
Bruxism, also known as teeth grinding, is a troublesome condition that causes patients to grind and clench their teeth—usually during the nighttime while they’re sleeping and are unaware of it. If left unaddressed, it can lead to worn enamel, jaw joint issues, and other potential dental problems. A custom-made nightguard is often an effective solution for addressing bruxism. Comfortable to wear and highly customizable, these devices act as barriers that prevent the teeth from making unfavorable contact with each other.
Oral Cancer Screenings
Oral cancer screenings are an important part of preventive dentistry, as they help detect signs of cancer or precancerous conditions in the earliest stages. During your routine exam, Dr. Bustillo-Gonzalez will carefully check your oral structures, gums, and throat for any unusual changes or abnormalities. Early detection greatly increases the chances of successful treatment, which is what makes these quick, noninvasive, and routine screenings during your biannual checkups so crucial!