Preventive Dentistry Bemidji
Protecting Your Smile Today to Avoid Pain Tomorrow
The goal of preventive dentistry is to get ahead of common oral health problems, like dental decay, gum disease, cavities, and oral cancer. Progressive technologies, such as intraoral cameras, digital X-rays, and other similar devices, make it easier to detect the earliest signs of infection. Our dentists use this information to build treatment plans that address underlying issues before they become serious problems. If you or a loved one has yet to receive a dental checkup and cleaning this year, don’t wait any longer. Call to schedule an appointment with our office today.
Why Choose Bemidji Dental Clinic for Preventive Dentistry?
- Privately Owned Practice Serving the Area for 30+ Years
- Dentists Treat Patients of All Ages – Children, Teens, & Adults
- Progressive Dental Technology for Improved Results
Dental Checkups & Cleanings
Dental checkups and cleanings are designed to safeguard your oral health against decay, cavities, and gum disease. Although these visits allow us to examine the entirety of your smile, we also perform oral cancer screenings to determine if abnormalities exist and require further testing. You’ll also experience a professional cleaning, in which one of our hygienists will rid your teeth and gums of accumulated plaque and tartar, allowing you to leave with a healthier, fully refreshed smile.
Children’s Dentistry
As a family-friendly dental office in Bemidji, our dentists care about the health and well-being of every child’s smile. We not only help children feel at ease while in the treatment chair but also closely monitor their oral growth and development during each stage of life. The moment we detect a problem, our dentists will implement a treatment plan to keep their smile on the right track. When bringing your child in for a visit, you can trust that they are in capable and experienced hands.
Gum Disease Treatment
Gum disease treatment eliminates harmful bacteria that attack the soft oral tissues and bone, allowing you to enjoy better dental health and a disease-free smile. Teeth are not the only parts of the mouth that require treatment; the gums do as well.
With scaling and root planing, we can target plaque and tartar along the gumline before smoothing and reshaping the roots of your teeth. This process makes it harder for bacteria to adhere and encourages the gum tissue to reattach to your teeth.
We may also suggest antibiotic treatment, as it is highly effective in reaching bacteria in the tiniest crevices of your mouth. Instead of allowing it to burrow and remain untouched, the antibiotic application disperses over time and eliminates these small pockets for better healing.
Fluoride Treatment
Fluoride is considered “nature’s cavity fighter” because of its ability to prevent future decay and strengthen existing tooth enamel. Our dentists can apply it to the surfaces of teeth during a regular checkup – a service all patients can benefit from. However, children can receive silver diamine fluoride (SDF), which is designed to kill decay on contact and encourage remineralization of the tooth’s outer layer.
Dental Sealants
Cavity protection may come in many forms, but when it comes to the chewing surfaces of molars and premolars, dental sealants offer the best kind of defense. This type of preventive service can be administered during a regular dental checkup and is completely painless. Once painted over the crevices and pits of these teeth, this clear barrier makes it nearly impossible for bacteria and food particles to penetrate and cause cavities.
Nightguards for Bruxism
A custom-made nightguard is used to keep teeth from touching throughout the night so that you can enjoy a damage- and pain-free smile each day. Teeth grinding is commonly referred to as bruxism, and it can wear down your tooth enamel over time. It can also lead to jaw pain and eventually TMJ. With a custom nightguard, we can minimize these risks and give your smile a break from the wear and tear grinding can cause.