A dental filling is a restoration used to repair minor to moderate tooth damage. We may recommend a filling if your tooth has been damaged by tooth decay, or if your tooth suffers from minor fracturing or chipping. The dental filling is used to restore the tooth to its original structure and function and to…
Dental sealants have been used largely as a protective tool in dentistry, due to their effective shielding abilities. Nine out of ten cavities in school-aged children from in the deep pits and crevices of the teeth. Simply putting sealants, keeps bacteria from adhering to surface or down into the grooves of the teeth, which in…
Along with dental sealants, dental fluoride treatment is one of the most effective ways to prevent tooth decay and maintain excellent dental health in children. Fluoride treatments are both safe and effective in decreasing the prevalence of cavities in children, by 95% specifically, when combined with dental sealants. The tooth more impervious to acid attacks…
We encourage you to visit the dentist if you have irritated gums and a buildup of plaque above or below the gum line. Give us a call if you need to schedule an appointment. Scaling and root planing is one of the most common and effective treatments recommended for gum disease before it becomes severe.…
We recommend that your child start to visit a Dentist as young as one year old. Of course you are welcome to bring them in earlier if you have any questions or concerns once their teeth start appearing.Young children generally need to see the dentist every 6-12 months. We like to see that their teeth are…
We highly recommend visiting Family Dental Care every six months for a dental exam and cleaning. Regular exams and dental cleanings are essential in maintaining good oral health, preventing cavities and gum disease, and making sure that any damaging conditions are treated as early as possible. During your exam, our dental team will: Clean…