Preventive Dentistry Columbia, MD
Helping You on the Path to Good Lifelong Oral Health
One of our team’s top priorities is to help all of our patients avoid serious dental concerns by providing thorough, high-quality preventive dentistry. By minimizing plaque and tartar accumulation within the mouth and diagnosing the early signs of problems like cavities, we’re able to prevent serious and permanent damage to your smile and help you avoid dental pain. If it has been longer than six months since you last visited a dentist in Columbia, MD, call our office today to schedule a checkup and cleaning!
Why Choose Dental Designs of Maryland for Preventive Dentistry?
- Three Convenient Office Locations
- Knowledgeable Team Dentists
- We Accept & Maximize Dental Insurance
Dental Checkups & Cleanings
The American Dental Association and our dentists recommend scheduling six-month checkups and cleanings to minimize your risk of developing oral health problems and preserve your smile throughout your life. These appointments include a thorough professional cleaning by one of our skilled dental hygienists, an oral cancer screening, and an examination from Dr. Weng or Dr. Santos. Our goal is to spot and treat small dental issues as early as possible to minimize your chances of experiencing tooth loss and other oral health concerns throughout your life.
Fluoride Treatment
Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral that’s produced by rocks and found throughout nature, but dentists use it due to its ability to fortify the protective layer of your teeth, called the enamel. At the end of your biannual cleaning, we will offer you a quick and easy fluoride treatment to help ward off the threat of cavities until we see you next.
Gum Disease Treatment
Gum disease is one of the most common oral health problems next to cavities. It’s estimated to impact over 50 percent of adults in the United States, and when left untreated, it’s the #1 cause of tooth loss. Our team will complete a gum disease screening at each of your routine checkups, and if we spot any signs of periodontal disease, we may recommend a deep cleaning to help reverse your symptoms and prevent additional damage to your gums and bone that support your teeth.
Nightguards
If you wake up with a sore jaw or have noticed that your jaw joints click and pop more frequently whenever you open and close your mouth, it could be a sign that you grind and clench your teeth as you sleep. This dental condition, known as bruxism, can lead to jaw pain, wear-and-tear on your teeth, and even further complications like TMJ disorder. We can help relieve your pain and preserve your dental structure with a customized nightguard. Simply put it in your mouth before you go to bed!
Dental Sealants
If you’re at a high risk of developing cavities, it’s likely that you could benefit from dental sealants. This is a completely non-invasive preventive treatment that can prevent the build-up of bacteria and tartar in the crevices of the molars, as well as make brushing much more effective. All our team has to do is gently brush a protective coating over the top of your teeth and cure it with UV light. After hardening, it will continue to protect your teeth for years to come!