Preventive Dentistry – White Plains, NY
The Key to a Smile That’s Healthy for a Lifetime
Everybody wants to preserve their natural, beautiful smile for a lifetime, but that doesn’t come without effort. By keeping up with your bi-annual checkups and cleanings and taking the necessary steps to prevent oral health problems from becoming more serious throughout your life, you’ll be able to avoid stressful situations like tooth loss and dental emergencies. Our capable and experienced team at Maple Dental is committed to our patients’ health and wellbeing, which is why we always make sure that no stone goes left unturned at each of your visits for preventive in our White Plains, NY dental office.
Why Choose Maple Dental for Preventive Dentistry?
- Conveniently Located Dental Office
- Highly Experienced Dental Team
- Modern Diagnostic Technology
Dental Checkups & Teeth Cleanings
The American Dental Association, along with our team at Maple Dental, recommend visiting the dentist once every six months for a checkup and cleaning. During these appointments, we’ll capture X-rays of your mouth, conduct a thorough visual examination of your teeth and gums, and speak with you about concerns you may have. Based on our checkup, we’ll suggest treatment recommendations to keep your oral health on the right track and prevent small problems from becoming worse. Then, before you leave, one of our experienced hygienists will clean and polish your teeth, clearing your smile of any harmful plaque or tartar.
Kids Dentistry
Our team is happy to treat children, too! We offer several kid-friendly preventive treatments, including fluoride treatments and dental sealants, and our patient team is excellent at helping little ones feel calm and comfortable during their visits. We also take the time to educate younger patients about the best methods of caring for their smiles, like how to properly brush and floss their teeth.
Fluoride Treatment
Fluoride is a naturally derived mineral that’s produced by rocks and added to local water sources and oral hygiene products due to its ability to strengthen the outermost layer of your teeth, called the enamel. If you don’t receive enough fluoride in your daily diet, you could be at a higher risk of developing dental decay. Fortunately, we can quickly and painlessly supplement it by placing a fluoridated gel or varnish over the surface of your teeth after your cleaning.
Dental Sealants
Dental sealants are typically recommended for children, but they can also be beneficial for adults with deep pits and grooves in their molars that collect food debris and plaque. The process is non-invasive and simple—all we do is brush a clear liquid over the molars after your cleaning and cure it. They’ll then harden and create a protective barrier over the molars, making it easier and more effective to brush and floss your teeth.
Custom Nightguards for Teeth Grinding
Do you wake up with a sore jaw? Have you noticed that your molars look flat and worn-down? These symptoms of bruxism (nightly grinding and clenching) can evolve into much more complex conditions like TMJ dysfunction and tooth infections. Before letting it get that far, we recommend visiting our dental office to get a customized nightguard to protect your teeth, jaw joints, and facial muscles. They’re made from a durable, easy-to-clean acrylic that’s fitted just for you.
Oral Cancer Screening
At each of your bi-annual checkups, our team will conduct a thorough oral cancer screening utilizing a visual and tactile inspection of your lips, tongue, soft tissues, throat, and neck. Oral cancer is a deadly disease that is most successfully treated upon early diagnosis. Because we’re so passionate about helping our patients maintain good overall health, we’re sure to take every preventive measure we can to protect our patients from this disease.