14 years and older. This is for current patients only. This is a 6 month routine cleaning to remove plaque and tartar that has built up over the past 6 to 12 months. Oral hygiene instruction is included. Complementary lip scrub and oral cancer screening.
Children 13 years and under. This will include removing tartar and plaque from teeth. It is followed by polishing with a flavored polish. We will also include oral hygiene instruction. Fluoride varnish is usually recommended but is an additional cost.
Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally. Research has shown that fluoride not only reduces cavities in children and adults, but it also helps repair the early stages of tooth decay, even before the decay is visible. Fluoride is the best cavity fighter to help keep the whole family's teeth strong — no matter their age
When assessing patients gum health, we may notice that pocket depth has increased, or it has been a while since last cleaning. We may need to do periodontal treatment or AKA scaling and root planning. We target tartar and plaque above and below the gum line to reestablish healthy gingiva. This may be more than one appointment.
This is more thorough cleaning to maintain pocket depth. This is to remove tartar and plaque above and below the gum line to maintain gum and bone health. Complementary lip scrub and oral cancer screening.
Debridement is needed mostly when patient is over due and has more than usual accumulation of tartar and plaque. We work on top of the gingiva to remove the tartar and plaque so gums can heal. We will then reappoint to assess to see if there are more issues under the gum line or if the tissues have healed to allow for a regular cleaning.
The New Patient Screening is for new records and assessments. This appointment will determine what type of cleaning is needed. Blood pressure is taken, an intraoral and extraoral cancer screening, periodontal screening, and decay screening will take place. Any referrals needed to a specialist or dentist will be written up for you. Digital x-rays as needed and are thereafter recommended yearly. Yearly screening will record intraoral and extraoral cancer screening and periodontal charting.
A sealant is a protective plastic coating applied on the chewing surfaces of molars as a safe and painless way of protecting your teeth from tooth decay.
This is for any tooth, gum, or mouth issue that needs attention. We can take an x-ray or intraoral image, place a temporary filling and do an oral screening to determine the issue. If it needs further attention we can refer you to a dentist.
Its a clear liquid that is applied to teeth to stop the spread of decay in early cavities. It also has antibiacterial properties which works as a cavity blocker.
4 Bitewing X-rays. Mostly used to diagnose decay but can also be used to see tartar underneath gum line. All x-rays will be read by a dentist for diagnosis.
Full mouth series, usually done on new patients, or every 3-5 years. 16 to 18 periapicals and BW. All x rays will be read by a dentist for diagnosis
Diagnostic X-ray used to see bone level, roots and root tip for decay or abscess. All x rays will be read by a dentist for diagnosis.
2 Bitewing X-rays. Used for diagnosing decay mostly in children.
floss and tooth brushes from cocofloss brand made of coconut fibers and recycled plastic.
We offer a lip scrub at end of treatment so your lips feel soft, fresh, and moisturized. The scrub made with clean and minimal ingredient. Poppy and Pout products will be available for purchase in our office.
Quick polish and go for family photos, prom, or any other special event between cleanings. Polish, floss and lip scub.
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