Here at Bay Area Family Dentistry, we believe in the power of a healthy smile. The best way to maintain your smile is to prevent problems from arising in the first place. Dr. Williams finds preventative dental care to be one of the most important aspects of her practice. She and her team are well trained in the latest dental technologies to not only discover and diagnose dental problems, but also to aid in the prevention of further issues. We prefer to work closely with you in your dental health journey to help you develop or fine tune good oral hygiene habits that will keep your teeth and gums healthy throughout your life!
Expert Care to Keep You Smiling
PREVENTATIVE DENTAL CARE LEAGUE CITY
Dental Cleanings and Check-ups
We recommend everyone, regardless of their age, visit us at least twice per year for a routine check-up and cleaning. This allows for our team to get rid of the opportunistic bacteria in the mouth routinely, as well as diagnose and treat dental and periodontal problems at their earliest stages. Often times these smaller problems are unnoticeable and symptom free. That’s where it becomes important to maintain your professional appointments so that we can keep your teeth and gums as healthy as possible!
Dental Sealants
Dental sealants are a simple, yet effective procedure to aid in the prevention of dental caries (aka decay or cavities). Our premolars and molars are typically more susceptible to food and infectious bacteria getting stuck in the grooves of the chewing surfaces. The sealant is a very thin film that is applied directly to the chewing surfaces to seal those deeper grooves and create a barrier to keep the bacteria and debris out, and therefore help to protect the teeth from cavities. This procedure is particularly helpful to younger kids and teens who are developing and improving their oral hygiene habits.
Fluoride Treatments
Fluoride is a naturally derived mineral found in a variety of natural items like fresh fruits, vegetables, the air and soil. However, most people are familiar with fluoride’s applications in oral hygiene products or local water sources. Countless studies have proven that fluoride helps to prevent cavities by strengthening the enamel, the outmost protective layer of our teeth. While some information has brought about concerns of fluoride toxicity, in most cases this is simply misinformation. Speak with Dr. Williams today to determine if supplemental fluoride products may be beneficial to you.
Nightguards for Bruxism
Bruxism is a term used to describe “tooth grinding and/or clenching” habits. This habit can be detrimental to the teeth, jaws and surrounding muscles causing pain, headaches, muscle tension and even cracked or broken teeth. However, in some cases patients may not even realize it is a habit they possess. Dr. Williams and her professionally trained team members can identify signs and symptoms associated with bruxism at your next check-up and recommend the proper type of appliance for you. It can be essential to speak to your dentist about the type of dental guard that would be right for you, as some can actually worsen your condition.
Athletic Mouthguards
Sportsguards are crucial components of protective gear for athletes. When playing sports, especially contact sports, the custom fit appliances cover and provide maximum protection for the teeth and jaws. It’s worn on the top arch of teeth and the guard absorbs the pressure from a hit or fall to minimize the damage to the teeth and soft tissues that could occur. A custom fit athletic mouthguard can aid in drastically reducing to eliminating the risk of breaking or knocking out a tooth on the field.