Preventive Dentistry – Allen, TX
Keeping Your Smile Bright and Healthy
Cavities, gum disease, and other oral health issues can often be treated, but your smile will be much better off in the long run if you simply avoid these problems altogether. Every six months, we encourage you to visit Oak Point Dental so that Dr. Ahn can clean your teeth and check for warning signs of dental health issues that need to be addressed before they reach more advanced stages. Call today if you’re ready to set up your next appointment for preventive dentistry in Allen.
Why Choose Oak Point Dental for Preventive Dentistry?
- Dental Practice Built on Honesty and Integrity
- Team That Treats You Like Family
- Patients of All Ages Welcome
Dental Checkups & Cleanings
We’ll spend your checkups inspecting your teeth and gums for signs of decay and disease. At least once a year, we can use digital X-rays or intraoral cameras to take a close look at your oral structures and get a full picture of your oral health. If we find anything that you need to be concerned about, we’ll let you know and inform you of what treatments you might want to consider. We’ll also remove any plaque and tartar that you’ve overlooked while brushing and flossing on your own.
Oral Cancer Screenings
While the main goal of dental checkups is to check for common oral health issues like cavities, we may also find signs of oral cancer – a very dangerous disease that needs to be treated quickly if you want to have the best possible chance of survival over the next five years. If we find a lump or a discolored patch in your mouth, it may be a sign that oral cancer is starting to develop. We’ll let you know about the next steps you’ll need to take in order to address the problem and get it under control.
Fluoride Treatments
For many people, fluoride supplements can mean the difference between preventing tooth decay and needing a filling for a cavity. Fluoride can strengthen your enamel and give it additional protection from the bacteria and acids that attack it on a daily basis. We can apply fluoride directly to your teeth at the end of your routine dental appointments so that your smile benefits from a little extra protection until your next checkup in six months.
Periodontal Therapy
Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, starts off small with symptoms like swollen gums and bleeding that occurs after brushing and flossing. If ignored for too long, it can weaken the tissues holding your teeth in place and eventually cause tooth loss. We recommend scheduling an appointment at our office to discuss periodontal therapy options right away if you have reason to doubt your gum health; gum disease in Allen is easier to deal with in its earliest stages.
Nightguards for Bruxism
You can protect your smile even while you’re fast asleep with one of our customized nightguards. Many people grind and clench their teeth at night without realizing it, and this can cause their smiles to become severely worn down over time. A nightguard will prevent this from happening by keeping the upper and lower rows of teeth separated so that they don’t damage each other. A custom-made mouthguard is significantly more comfortable and reliable than a store-bought one because it is made just for your unique smile.
