Wouldn't it be nice to have the secret to a healthy, comfortable mouth and attractive smile? Wouldn't it be wonderful to avoid the discomfort of cavities, painful gums, and embarrassing teeth? Of course it would! The secret is readily available, though many people don't yet understand or believe "The Secret".

   It's been recommended by dentists for years and still most people choose not to follow the advice. There are always excuses why people don't follow through. I don't have enough time; it's not convenient; I don't believe it's that important; My parent's didn't believe in it so I don't;  I can do it at home without a professional.

   So what is "The Secret"? Preventive Dentistry is "The Secret"! You say, "That's no secret!" It must be, because most of our population chooses not to follow our advice.

Preventive dentistry is simple, more comfortable, far more cost effective, and much healthier than the alternative, where your dental condition only gets worse with time.

   Our hygienists provide you with more than "just a cleaning." First, a thorough oral examination is performed to find problems at an early stage such as decay, cracked teeth, gum pockets, bite issues, and symptom-free abscesses. Whether we feel them or not, dental infections affect our general health. Scientists have found correlations between dental infections and heart disease, strokes, diabetes, arthritis, and Alzheimer's disease. Just this year, we have had a couple of patients share their stories with us about having a loved one or friend that have had infected hips replaced. They traced the infection back to the mouth. Just because it doesn't hurt doesn't mean it's all right. The hygienist also performs an oral cancer screening. Did you know that one person every hour dies in the U.S. from oral cancer? Since we don't know how to prevent it, early detection is the next best thing.

   During your visit with our hygienists, they remove food, bacteria, plaque, tarter (calculus) and toxins from under your gums and in between your teeth. Superficial stains are removed and your teeth are polished. Malinda and Kim will go over home care instructions and review techniques to make cleaning your teeth easier. We ALL need instruction and evaluation to see how we're doing.

   If you will commit to Preventive Dentistry, you will be able to enjoy your smile, your food, and certainly, stay healthier. It's the most cost effective investment you can make in your dental care! We're here to help.

   In the Interest of Your Better Dental Health,

                     Dr. Chuck        

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