Restoring damaged and diseased teeth is one of the most
common reasons for visiting the dentist, along with improving a smile’s
appearance through customized cosmetic dentistry. Modern technology has
provided the tools to rebuild most smiles with lifelike results, although you
would probably prefer not to undergo extensive treatment if you can avoid it. Grand
Prairie dentist, Dr. Quinn Smith, employs a wide variety of general
dentistry services to help patients preserve their healthy, beautiful smiles,
usually with a focus on preventing issues from developing in the first place.
How Long Has it Been Since Your Last Dental Checkup?
The goal of good dental hygiene is to maintain control of
the bacteria that harm your teeth and gums. When they accumulate, these germs
form a protective biofilm (you may know it as plaque) that allows them to stick
to your teeth. As one of the more frequent forms of general dentistry, your
dental checkup and cleaning allows us to thoroughly remove plaque and its
calcified form, tartar, from your teeth and along your gum line. During your
exam, Dr. Smith will also perform a comprehensive inspection to check for signs
of tooth decay, gum disease, problems with your bite’s alignment, or signs that
might indicate TMJ disorder, bruxism, or obstructive sleep apnea. Your routine
screening will also include a close examination of your oral tissues to detect
abnormalities that could warn of oral cancer.
The Tools to Protect Your Smile
Knowing your smile is in trouble is only half of the battle.
Besides prevention, your general dentist offers a wide array of restorative
procedures to help address any problems that he may find. If a cavity is found,
Dr. Smith can remove the infected tooth structure and fill the cavity with a dental filling. To treat gum
recession or disease, Dr. Smith might recommend advanced periodontal treatment,
depending on the severity of your case. Your general dentist is skilled at
diagnosing and treating common dental issues, but may recommend a specialist if
your dental health is severely compromised.
About Your Grand Prairie Dentist:
Dr. Quinn Smith is a well-respected and highly experienced
dentist in Grand Prairie, TX. He takes a patient-first approach that starts
from the moment patients enter our Park Tree Dental office, and he
offers a three-year guarantee on all dental work that he performs. Whether
you’re a new or returning patient, you can schedule a consultation or your next
appointment with Dr. Smith by contacting
us at (972) 262-5111.
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