We will discuss your oral and overall health by reviewing your dental x-rays and discuss our findings from the dental exam wiith you. If needed, we may recommend treatments and answer any questions you may have.
Tooth decay and gum disease are caused by plaque, a sticky combination of bacteria and food. Plaque begins to build up on teeth within a few minutes after eating. If teeth are not cleaned well each day, plaque will lead to tooth decay or gum disease. If you do not remove plaque, it turns into a hard deposit called tartar that becomes trapped at the base of the tooth.
We will discuss with you what kind of toothbrush you should use, and how to brush your teeth well. Ask us if an electric toothbrush is right for you, or how to properly floss your teeth. Overly vigorous or improper flossing may injure the gums.
Whether you should use any special appliances or tools, such as water irrigation. This may sometimes help supplement (but not replace) brushing and flossing.
Call us if you have symptoms of a cavity that include:
Pain in the tooth that occurs for no reason or is caused by food, beverages, brushing or flossing, sensitivity to hot or cold foods or drinks