Almost everyone can tell you the last time they got the oil changed in their car. But if you ask when they last had a dentist check their back molars, they may not know the answer. Just like your car, your teeth run better on upkeep. Our team at Dr. Lori Woodburn, DDS and Associates keeps the small problems small and can fix bigger problems so you keep all your teeth.
To maintain optimal dental health, consider these seven essential services.
1. Dental Checkups from a Local General Dentist Twice a Year
There is more to a checkup than you may think. Dr. Woodburn will usually take X-rays if she suspects there is something she needs to look at underneath the surface. For example, you can have a cavity and not even realize it. What she will examine during your checkup:
- Every single tooth
- Your gums and soft tissue
- Anything that you’ve been concerned about, like a nagging little toothache that just comes up now and then
2. Professional Dental Cleanings Every Six Months
You’re probably doing the foundational work at home and brushing two times a day and flossing. But if you have plaque you’re not getting to, it turns into tartar over time. Once it becomes tartar, only the team at a dentist’s office can remove it because they have the special tools.
3. Preventative Care and Cavity Treatments
Many of Dr. Woodburn’s patients don’t think about staying ahead of tooth decay. It’s just routine stuff. But preventive care plays a huge role in how healthy your teeth and gums are over time. And filling a cavity when it’s tiny will save you a lot of time, pain, and money in the long haul.
4. Scaling and Root Planing (Deep Cleaning for Gums)
Many of us don’t think a lot about our gums. But they’re the foundation that your teeth sit on. You might not realize you have gum disease, but it leads to significant tooth loss. A deep cleaning at our office can save your teeth and help prevent overall health problems.
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5. Restorative Dentistry
No matter how good your habits are, your teeth aren’t bulletproof. They can chip or wear down. And tooth decay that doesn’t get caught early will need a more extensive treatment or even tooth replacement later on. Dr. Woodburn uses restorative dentistry when this happens.
6. Dental Education for Keeping Your Smile Healthy
One of the main benefits of keeping your appointments every six months is that our team will help you identify what you can be doing better at home. This is especially important for children learning how to care for their teeth.
7. A Long-Term Relationship with a Team for General Dentistry Services in Frankfort, Illinois
Dr. Woodburn and the staff at Dr. Lori Woodburn, DDS and Associates will get to know you and your family so that if there’s a problem, they’ll be on top of it. Call (815) 469-9336 today to schedule a checkup.