Why Preventive Dentistry Is Important

Preventive dentistry is so important that it has become the norm. It's what most people think of when they think of going to the dentist. Why has this become the dominant type of dental care? Well, there are a few big reasons.

The basic reason we prioritize preventive dentistry is that it keeps you and your mouth healthy. We'll break that down a little more in this article.

Preventive Dentistry Helps You Keep Your Teeth

Hygiene is important. There's no doubt about that. Combine it with regular dentist appointments with our Ellicott City dentists , and you're on your way to lifelong health.

There are a few reasons this combination works so well:

●Professionals use specialized equipment, techniques, and materials to get your teeth extra clean.

●Dentists can help get you back on track with hygiene.

●Hygiene technology changes and professionals are always able to recommend the latest.

We don't expect our patients to keep up with medical literature. That's our job. It's also our job to pass that knowledge on.

Regular Preventive Appointments Help Catch Problems Early

Apart from keeping you current with hygiene practices, preventive dentistry in Ellicott City also keeps track of your dental health. This is extremely important.

Except for in cases of injury or damage (i.e. when you need restorative dental services), your oral health is probably going to change very slowly. To keep track of minor changes, we need a regular, continuous record.

The best way to establish a record of your ongoing dental health is by having regular preventive appointments. This establishes a baseline for your unique situation. That baseline, in turn, lets us make informed, personalized recommendations and diagnoses — as early as possible.

Preventive Dentists Can Recommend Specialists and Provide Detailed Records

Just like your general practitioner does, preventive dentists use your medical record to keep an eye out for potential problems. We try to catch things as early as possible. Then, if something needs attention, we can put you in contact with people who can help.

At Ellicott City Dentistry , we're a full-service family-oriented dental office. We provide gentle care for adults and children. We also have a full range of cosmetic, surgical, and preventive services.

We are often able to handle our patients' full range of dental care right here. We are also experienced in working with a wide range of insurance carriers. We also have an extensive network of professionals we trust here in the area — in the rare event you might need a referral.

Make Your First Appointment Today

Please call us at 410-465-3021 to schedule your first appointment. You can get to our office in Ellicott City easily by following Frederick west out of downtown to St John’s Lane. We're right off the Baltimore National Pike on Chevrolet Drive.