Preventive Dentistry Wauwatosa
Greater Protection Means Healthier Smiles
Your smile deserves to be protected against harmful decay, infection, and damage. While your at-home oral hygiene routine might seem enough to combat these problems, more is required in the form of preventive dentistry. At Elmbrook Family Dental of Wauwatosa, our team of dentists can better protect your smile using some of the most effective solutions available – those that will stop cavities and disease in their tracks. Give your smile the care it needs by calling us today.
Why Choose Elmbrook Family Dental of Wauwatosa for Preventive Dentistry?
- Patients of All Ages Are Welcome
- Convenient Dentistry All Under One Roof
- High-Resolution Digital Imaging for Accurate Diagnoses
Dental Checkups & Cleanings
The dental checkups and cleanings you will receive while in our office will serve as a catalyst for better oral health. As the foundation for healthy teeth and gums, we will perform a thorough cleaning using specialized dental instruments to remove any plaque and tartar that exists on your teeth and around your gumline as well as surface stains that are keeping your pearly whites from looking brighter. We’ll also have one of our dentists conduct a comprehensive examination to check your gums, jaw, teeth, and existing restorations. Should we detect any problem areas, we will craft a customized treatment plan so that we can address the issues before they worsen.
Children’s Dentistry
When it comes to oral healthcare, cavities are often the most common problem young smiles face. This is why our team at Elmbrook Family Dental of Wauwatosa is here to provide children’s dentistry to reduce the potential for dental decay. We will not only check for these pockets of plaque and tartar but also monitor the growth of your child’s smile. This allows us to make adjustments and recommend treatment that will serve to benefit their facial and oral development as they grow older. You can also expect that we will offer helpful tips to make brushing and flossing easier at home.
Nightguards for Bruxism
When teeth grinding and clenching are the result of stress or a misaligned bite, chronic jaw pain and worn-down tooth enamel can occur. If left untreated, it can lead to TMJ, tooth sensitivity, and even serious damage. We want to help you avoid these issues by creating a customized nightguard designed to treat bruxism. Worn while you’re asleep, it prevents teeth from touching and moving against each other, reducing the potential for pain and additional harm.
Oral Cancer Screenings
You might think that other types of cancer are more prevalent, but oral cancer is responsible for claiming the lives of thousands each year in the United States; in fact, it’s believed that one person every hour dies from this disease. At Elmbrook Family Dental of Wauwatosa, we want you to avoid becoming a statistic, which is why we offer early detection with oral cancer screenings. With a visual examination, we will check areas of your mouth, throat, and facial structure to determine if any abnormalities require additional testing. If so, we will refer you to a local physician so that you can get the help you need.
Fluoride Treatment
If you or your child is prone to developing cavities, our dentists will use a topical fluoride treatment to protect teeth from possible decay. As “nature’s cavity fighter,” fluoride may be found in toothpaste, tap water, and various foods, but if you’re not getting enough each day, your pearly whites may be vulnerable to harmful cavity-causing bacteria. These painless applications, though, can safeguard your smile in between appointments.
At-Home Dental Hygiene Products
Your smile will benefit from the preventive services we provide in-house, but your at-home oral hygiene routine is just as important. When meeting with us for a regular appointment, we will provide recommendations to help you and your family choose the right products that are designed to deliver a better clean at home. Whether it’s a toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss, or prescription-based mouthwash that you need, you can trust that we’ll suggest the right products for your smile.