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Dental Hygiene/Periodontal Health
In addition to meticulous cleaning, polishing, and examination of your teeth and gums, we also take the time to help our patients develop proper oral hygiene habits at home. We will evaluate your hygiene techniques and make adjustments to your routine where needed. Dr. Beyer and his staff will also make suggestions for preventative measures such as dental sealants to prevent tooth decay or nightguards to protect against bruxism & TMJ disorders.
Scaling & Root Planing
If we feel that you are suffering from periodontal disease(gum disease), we may recommend scaling and root planing. Scaling and root planing is a non-surgical procedure in which the dentist or dental hygienist removes plaque and tartar from below the gum line. Root surfaces are cleaned and smoothed with specially designed instruments. It is important to remove the plaque and tartar from the root surfaces below the gums to prevent bone loss and to help you keep your natural teeth.
Oral Cancer Screenings
Every time you come in for a dental exam, Dr. Beyer will check your neck and oral tissues for red or white patches, lumps, or recurring sore areas. Screening for early changes in the oral tissues can help detect cancer at a stage when it can be more successfully treated.
Smoking, especially combined with heavy alcohol consumption (30 drinks a week or more), is a primary risk factor for oral cancer. In fact, this combination is estimated to be the most likely trigger in about 75 percent of oral cancers diagnosed in this country. Other lifestyle and environmental factors also may increase your risk of developing oral cancer.
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