Preventive Dentistry Flower Mound

Dental Checkups & Cleanings

During your appointment, our team will thoroughly examine and clean your teeth and gums, removing any plaque or debris from every surface in your mouth. You’ll also have the chance to ask questions about your dental health and inquire about advice for keeping things in great shape. We recommend scheduling these routine cleanings and exams every six months for most patients. However, good oral hygiene shouldn’t stop when you leave our office. Keeping up with your at-home brushing and flossing routine is equally as important as attending professional cleanings and is the best way to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Use a fluoride-rich toothpaste and a soft-bristled toothbrush to brush your teeth at least twice a day for two minutes at a time, and don’t forget to floss! Flossing at least once every day, ideally before going to bed, helps to get rid of food particles, plaque, and bacteria that can’t be removed with brushing alone.

Oral Cancer Screening

Oral cancer screenings are a part of every preventive visit and are a quick way to grant you peace of mind. Through these exams, we can catch oral cancer early on, which gives us a better chance of treating it before it spreads. A routine oral cancer screening can even save your life from this potentially fatal disease; early detection is crucial! We will examine your gums, tongue, and the rest of the soft tissues in your mouth, keeping an eye out for lesions and other abnormalities like lumps and discolorations. If there is anything that concerns us, we may recommend getting a biopsy, which will be analyzed by a specialist to determine the cause of the abnormality.

Fluoride Treatment

Fluoride treatments are one of the best ways to keep dental decay at bay. After your cleaning, we’ll apply a fluoride-rich varnish. For optimal results, we ask that you refrain from eating or drinking anything for 30 minutes or so following your visit. Fluoride helps strengthen the enamel, making it more resistant to acids from plaque, bacteria, and sugary foods that cause cavities. We can also administer a silver diamine fluoride solution as a possible solution, which further bolsters the teeth’s resistance to decay and can even contribute to thwarting existing decay.

Dental Sealants

Dental sealants are often recommended for children, but can still be a great option for patients of all ages, due to the high level of protection they can provide for your teeth for years after being placed. Applying dental sealants is a quick, non-invasive procedure that utilizes a dental resin that is applied to the molars. The uneven surfaces of molars, which are located in the rear of the mouth, are full of crevices and grooves where plaque and bacteria can hide and flourish. After application, the sealant is cured with a special UV light, causing it to harden into a powerful barrier between your teeth and the foods, drinks, acid, and bacteria that lead to decay.

Children’s Dentistry

Let us help you put your child on the right dental health path with personalized pediatric treatments! Our team loves treating children, and we have the delicate touch and expertise needed to ensure their smiles are developing problem-free. As oral health education experts, we’re also excited to equip your little one with the knowledge and habits they need for a lifetime of strong smiles. With our gentle techniques and heartfelt care, we strive to keep your child's smile healthy and happy moving forward.

Athletic Mouthguards/ Sportsguards

Did you know that a vast majority of knocked-out teeth and other dental injuries are caused during sports and physical activities? However, these injuries are also very preventable with the help of an athletic mouthguard. These devices are worn over the teeth and can mitigate much of the damage caused by traumatic facial injuries; plus, the mouthguards we can provide here at our office are much more effective and comfortable to wear compared to store-bought varieties!

Nightguards for Bruxism

Bruxism, also known as teeth grinding and clenching, is a common issue that tends to happen at night while patients are asleep. However, custom-made night guards from our practice can help our patients alleviate symptoms of bruxism by creating a barrier between the teeth that protects them from grinding-related damage. This can also help to reduce some of the strain that is placed on your jaw joints and muscles. Depending on the severity of the case, night guards can be made from several different materials with varying degrees of softness.