Preventive Dentistry

Whether you are aware of it or not, your smile is constantly on the defensive from a myriad of threats and concerns. Indeed, from the types of food you consume to oral bacteria and infection, and everything else in-between, there is hardly anything your grin is truly immune from. As a result, it is important to start effective care sooner rather than later, but what exactly does that look like? In today’s blog, your North Hollywood, CA dentist explains the role preventive dentistry plays when it comes to your oral health, as well as what practices construct a well-rounded routine.

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Dentistry in and of itself is a complex area with a number of categories, and each one is unique in terms of treatment and purpose. For instance, surface-level concerns such as chips, cracks, or even noticeable stains can be addressed with cosmetic dentistry, while restorative treatment offers backup protection in the event of an infection or physical threat. Above all, prevention is the key practice that provides protection for your smile, and an effective preventive routine is the only way to establishing a healthy grin for life. In today’s blog, your North Hollywood, CA dentist explores the importance behind starting effective care early, as well as what is included in children’s preventive care.

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Dentistry in and of itself is a complex practice, as it involves taking care of your smile’s appearance, preventing damage, and restoring structures, and reinforcing strength. Indeed, your grin experiences a significant number of threats over the course of your life, and more often there are significantly more threats than there are items that can help. Because of this, your dentist recommends getting an early start on your preventive care, and the earlier the better. In today’s blog, your North Hollywood, CA dentist discusses the importance of children’s dentistry, and how you can contribute to an effective care routine.

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The key to maintaining a healthy smile is regular, preventative care. Of course, you know the importance of brushing twice a day and flossing daily, but scheduling exams and cleanings twice a year is equally crucial. Not only can they provide deeper, more effective cleaning than you can get from brushing at home, but they can also help catch any burgeoning issues before they can become larger — and more costly — down the road. In today’s blog, your North Hollywood, CA dentist discusses the benefits of regular checkups and how preventative care is essential to your oral health.

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Sometimes finding the time to attend your routine preventive visits can be a difficult feat to accomplish, especially since the Coronavirus pandemic sent everyone into quarantine. Now that many places have opened back up and there appears to be a sense of normalcy, it is time to start prioritizing your health once again. Bear in mind, however, that issues such as dental decay are not the only things that impacted your teeth, and factors such as your diet can actually cause more damage than you might think. In today’s blog, your North Hollywood, CA dentist takes a look at the major impact your diet has on your smile, and how you can better prioritize your oral health with a few tips and tricks.

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It goes without saying that humans value their smile’s appearance to a great extent. After all, it is often the first physical attribute an individual notices about another. Without proper preventive care, however, a set of teeth would be far from ideal and shiny. Indeed, your health is the most important aspect, and making sure to have an effective routine down sooner is better than doing it later. In today’s blog, your North Hollywood, CA dentist takes a look at the importance behind children’s dentistry, and how it is never too early to start effective preventive care.

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By now you are aware of the importance behind brushing and flossing regularly at home. After all, plaque develops as the day goes on and consistent preventive care helps keep it at bay.  While you may be taking an active role in your oral health from home, bear in mind that preventive dentistry involves more than just periodic brushing. In today’s blog, your North Hollywood, CA dentist discusses the importance behind routine office visits, and how they play a role in your overall preventive routine.

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Ever since we were little, our parents and dentists have reminded us consistently to practice excellent preventive dental habits otherwise we would lose our teeth. As we grew older, we began to recognize the importance of brushing, but other aspects such as attending dental appointments or flossing may have taken a seat on the bench more than a time or two. Still, they are important factors that make up a major part of an effective routine. In today’s blog, your North Hollywood, CA dentist discusses the way that flossing plays a role in periodontal care and how it can help avoid the effects of gum disease.

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While it is no surprise that dental decay and infection are the biggest threats to our oral health, they are not the only ones out there. Indeed, complications such as oral cancer, bruxism, physical injury, and more all contribute to wear-down and destruction. What’s more, the wide variety of threats can impact us in more ways than one as well, including functionally, structurally, and of course, cosmetically. In today’s blog, your North Hollywood, CA dentist addresses these concerns by discussing why preventive care is so important and how a well-rounded routine can protect your smile.

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In our previous blog, we discussed the importance of an involved routine to take care of your smile, including ways you can prioritize its health, strength, and vibrancy. While our most common threats consist of decay and other bacterial concerns, the truth is nearly everything can have a negative influence on your grin. Because April is oral cancer awareness month, your North Hollywood, CA dentist has dedicated today’s blog to discussing just how threatening those dangers can be, as well as steps you can take to reduce your chances of developing the issue.

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