Virginia beach Cosmetic and Neuromuscular Dentistry Blog - Dr. Michael Folck

Thursday, October 28, 2010

What is Preventative Dentistry?

Many people believe that preventative dentistry is only about at home dental care. It is true that your oral hygiene begins at home with:

  • Routine flossing
  • Brushing regularly
  • Using a mouth rinse
  • Eating a healthy diet

Preventative dentistry is also about getting the dental care you need. This means that you visit your dentist at least twice a year and get any dental work that you need.

Preventative Dental Care and General Dentistry

General dentistry is at the heart of preventative dentistry. To keep your teeth and gums healthy, you need to see your general dentist on a routine basis. Most dentists recommend visiting the dental office twice a year. Some people will benefit from visiting more often.

Your dental visits are important because your teeth get a professional cleaning. Also, you have no way of knowing if a cavity is forming or if you have a chip or crack in one of your teeth. A skilled general dentist like Dr. Folck will be able to see any possible dental issues and fix them before they become serious dental problems. This will prevent you from needing additional dental work.

Please contact Virginia Beach general dentist Dr. Folck for a consultation about your smile. He will answer all your dental care questions and help you create an at-home dental care plan.

posted by allisonb at 7:02 PM

1 Comments:

Anonymous Danielle Newcomer said...

The best dentist ever! My porcelin veneers are 10 years old and going strong. Technical expertise and a relaxed atmosphere.

January 22, 2011 at 3:51 AM  

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