Preventative Care
The Importance of Prevention
Teeth are made up of living tissues, but unlike other parts of your body, teeth cannot fully restore themselves or regenerate after damage. This makes prevention especially important to oral health. Once tooth and gum disease has set in, the damage can be halted, but the damaged tooth enamel and other tissues cannot regenerate.
Because the teeth you have as an adult are the only ones you will ever naturally grow, preventative dental care is necessary for maintaining a healthy smile well into old age.
Routine Dental Care
Preventative care starts at home, with frequent tooth brushing and flossing. Diet, including sugary and acidic foods, also plays a role in your oral health. Your dentist can help you assess your current dental hygiene habits and find ways to improve.
However, even perfect dental hygiene habits at home aren’t always enough to prevent the development of tooth decay and gum disease. This is why visiting a dentist twice a year for routine cleanings and examinations is important. Professional cleaning is more thorough than what you can achieve at home, and it allows the dentist to identify potential issues as they develop so they can be swiftly dealt with.
Early Intervention
By identifying potential dental problems early in their development, we can help to correct them before they become a bigger issue. Dr. Fife will be happy to answer your questions and provide recommendations for maintaining great oral hygiene habits for a beautiful smile. Contact us today to get started!