Our Preventative Dentistry Services
Exams & Cleanings
Regular dental exams and cleanings are crucial components of preventive dentistry, emphasizing the importance of biannual visits. Whether it’s a new patient examination or a routine check-up, our dentists meticulously inspect your lips, tongue, teeth, and gums to identify any potential issues before they escalate.
Performed by skilled hygienists, the cleaning process involves the use of both manual and ultrasound tools to scrape tartar and plaque from your teeth, ensuring their ongoing health. Our hygiene team also provides guidance on effective brushing and flossing techniques for optimal at-home dental care.
Oral Cancer Screenings
Oral cancer can impact individuals who have never smoked or do not currently smoke, with additional risk factors including regular alcohol consumption, HPV (Human Papillomavirus) exposure, an unhealthy diet, and genetic predisposition. Despite being less recognized than some other forms of cancer, statistics reveal that one person succumbs to oral cancer every hour of every day. To prioritize your safety, our team offers a comprehensive oral cancer screening as part of your dental exam in the North Port, FL area.
Oral Cancer Screenings
Oral cancer can impact individuals who have never smoked or do not currently smoke, with additional risk factors including regular alcohol consumption, HPV (Human Papillomavirus) exposure, an unhealthy diet, and genetic predisposition. Despite being less recognized than some other forms of cancer, statistics reveal that one person succumbs to oral cancer every hour of every day. To prioritize your safety, our team offers a comprehensive oral cancer screening as part of your dental exam in the North Port, FL area.
This ten-minute visual screening, conducted by our skilled dentists trained in early detection, allows for the identification of warning signs that are often only visible under magnification. Early diagnosis through a simple and advanced oral screening doubles a patient’s chance of survival.
Dental Sealants
Addressing one of the most prevalent dental issues in both children and adults—cavities—we offer preventive measures such as dental sealants for individuals of all ages. These sealants have a proven track record in averting cavities before they can develop. Essentially, dental sealants involve applying a very thin coating of plastic onto the tooth’s surface, forming an impenetrable protective shield around the deep grooves prone to bacteria accumulation.
Typically applied to molars and premolars with intricate nooks and crannies challenging to reach with regular at-home brushing and flossing, dental sealants create a smooth surface that resists penetration by cavity-causing bacteria.