Preventive Dentistry Portland
Keeping Your Household Cavity-Free
If you’ve fallen out of your dental routine, it’s time to get back into it! A consistent oral health care routine at the dentist’s office and at home will lead to long-term smile health. We offer comprehensive exams, dental hygiene visits, digital X-rays, and much more! Start your journey to optimal oral health today by giving us a call to schedule your next appointment.
Why Choose Burlingame Dental Arts for Preventive Dentistry?
- 3 Highly Skilled & Experienced Dentists
- Comprehensive Care Offered Under One Roof
- Welcoming the Youngest & Eldest Members of Your Family
Dental Checkups & Cleanings
The American Dental Association, as well as our dentists in Southwest Portland, recommend that you visit our practice once every six months for routine checkups and cleanings. Routine checkups allow us to identify oral health problems while they’re still small. Bi-annual cleanings keep plaque and tartar build-up to a minimum to prevent common issues like cavities from ever arising in the first place.
Gum Disease Treatment
Did you know that 47.2% of adults 30 and older have some form of gum disease? That’s why we offer gum disease treatment through scaling and root planing. This simple but crucial service aims to help patients combat gum disease at the source and improve their overall well-being. Early intervention with scaling and root planing can prevent further damage like infection and tooth loss!
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Nightguards for Bruxism
If you clench and grind your teeth in your sleep, causing you to wake up with a sore jaw or a dull headache that lingers throughout the day, invest in a nightguard. These custom oral appliances help cushion your teeth from damage and prevent jaw strain, keeping this harmful habit from wreaking havoc on the function and health of your smile.
Athletic Mouthguards
Your child deserves to play sports with confidence, and you deserve to watch without fear knowing that they’re well-protected! Our customized athletic mouthguards are designed to help protect both children and adults from dental and jaw injuries while on the field or court. Each of our mouthguards is custom-crafted from durable, cushioning materials, making them comfortable to wear and maximizing the protection they offer.
Oral Cancer Screenings
We will complete an oral cancer screening at each of your regular dental checkups. This is quick, easy, and completely painless, but for some patients, it could be life-saving. One of our dentists or hygienists will examine your throat, tongue, lips, and the inside of your mouth for any signs of concern. Our top priority is to be proactive in spotting symptoms of oral cancer so you can receive effective treatment as soon as possible.
Fluoride Treatment
Our team offers fluoride treatments following cleanings to help prevent cavities from forming. This is because it helps strengthen the outermost layer of teeth, called the enamel. The process is quick and painless, but it can offer you a little peace of mind knowing that your smile will remain protected until the next time you come to see us!