At Greenville Smiles, located in Greenville, SC, we believe that prevention is better than cure. Our Preventive Program is constructed with this principle in mind. It is designed to nip oral issues in the bud, ensuring that they don't develop into significant problems in the future. To this end, we offer a range of services from routine cleanings to oral cancer screenings. However, the crux of our program lies in maintaining and improving oral hygiene, the cornerstone of dental health.
According to recent studies, good oral hygiene is essential not only for your dental health, it is important to your overall health and well-being. Poor oral hygiene has been linked to a number of health issues, including heart disease, diabetes and respiratory disease. Our comprehensive dental hygiene program aims to prevent these diseases by maintaining the health of your teeth and the supporting structures.
To achieve this, we recommend periodic professional dental cleanings. These cleanings remove plaque and debris from your teeth, especially from places where a toothbrush can't reach, like underneath the gum line and in-between teeth. The importance of this cannot be overstated, as these areas are often hotbeds for bacteria and plaque accumulation.
In conjunction with these professional cleanings, we believe a well-rounded dental hygiene routine at home is equally necessary. As part of our preventive program, we review your current home care practices and provide constructive feedback. We pinpoint areas that require improvements and instruct you in the proper methods of brushing and flossing. This all-encompassing approach ensures that you are maintaining the best possible oral hygiene and thereby, preventing potential dental diseases.
Depending on individual needs, we may recommend additional preventive services. For our pediatric patients, this includes periodic fluoride treatments and the application of dental sealants. Fluoride strengthens the teeth and helps prevent decay, while dental sealants provide a protective layer over the teeth, effectively guarding against bacteria and plaque.
In conclusion, our Preventive Program is a comprehensive approach to dental health that combines professional cleanings and screenings with an emphasis on effective home care. Our goal is to ensure that your smile remains bright and healthy, and that dental diseases are prevented before they have a chance to develop.
What does the Preventive Program at Greenville Smiles include?
The Preventive Program at Greenville Smiles is a comprehensive approach to dental health that combines professional cleanings and screenings with an emphasis on effective home care. It includes routine cleanings, oral cancer screenings, personal feedback on home care practices, and depending on individual needs, additional preventive services such as fluoride treatments and application of dental sealants for pediatric patients.
How does the Preventive Program at Greenville Smiles contribute to overall health?
Good oral hygiene is not only essential for dental health, but is also important for overall health and well-being. Poor oral hygiene has been linked to a number of health issues, including heart disease, diabetes, and respiratory disease. Our Preventive Program aims to maintain the health of your teeth and the supporting structures, thereby preventing these diseases.
What is the importance of professional dental cleanings as part of the Preventive Program?
Professional dental cleanings are crucial to the Preventive Program. These cleanings remove plaque and debris from your teeth, especially from places where a toothbrush can't reach, like underneath the gum line and in-between teeth. These areas are often hotbeds for bacteria and plaque accumulation which can lead to oral diseases. Therefore, professional cleanings play a significant role in maintaining dental health.
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