Preventative Dentistry in Rio Rancho, NM

What is Preventative Dentistry?

Preventive Dentistry deals with the prevention of dental disease. Each patient recevies a customized prevention plan based on a thorough evaluation of his or her oral cavity at the time of the initial oral examination. This is a dynamic plan that is revised during subsequent visits.

Preventive Procedures include:

• Prohylaxis – cleaning to remove plaque, stain and calculus (tartar) from the coronal portions of teeth. This procedure aids in the prevention of advancing periodontal (gum) disease.
• Individualized oral hygiene instruction – to teach the patient to care for his or her mouth.
• Regularly Scheduled Re-care Appointments – to maintain the optimal level of oral health; the frequency of these visits is determined by the patient’s condition.
• Fluoride treatments / Fluoride Varnish – to strengthen tooth/root surfaces and prevent decay.
• Sealants – to protect cavity prone pits and fissures of the teeth.
• Athletic Mouthguards – to prevent sports injuries to the teeth.