Dental Hygiene And Periodontal Health

Screening for oral cancer is a crucial element of dental appointments and is becoming more manageable because of advancements in technology. Finding signs of oral cancer early on is significant to treatment success because we can begin working on it before it is irreversible.

Lifestyle can affect the probability of oral cancer; if you smoke or drink heavily, we'll make sure you get regularly screened when you visit our offices.

The other part of a typical dental hygiene appointment involves removing the tartar and plaque build-up that collects on the teeth, especially just below the gum line. If this is not removed, harmful bacteria can grow and spread and lead to tooth decay and other problems. If your teeth are sore or your gums have been bleeding, this will be especially important, so be sure to tell us when you come in for your check-up.