Preventive Dentistry Spring Lake
Making Sure Your Smile Stays Healthy and Bright
Would you like to keep your smile for your entire life? The best way to ensure that teeth will stay with you is to brush, floss, and attend regular dentistry appointments. These visits play a large part in protecting your dental well-being; simply put, a trained dentist will identify the problems that untrained eyes don’t notice. If you would like to improve the quality of your dental care with routine preventive dentistry in Spring Lake, please contact our office today!
Why Choose Smile Studio of Spring Lake for Preventive Dentistry?
- Detail-Focused and Compassionate Staff
- Skilled Dentist with Years of Experience
- Advanced Equipment Ensures Optimal Care
Dental Checkups & Cleanings
We recommend that our patients visit us twice a year for routine exams and cleanings. With these visits, we protect teeth from the harm caused by bacteria and plaque accumulation. We also recommend additional treatment, if necessary. Our mission, as a dental office dedicated to quality preventive care, is to help our patients diagnose and treat any and all dental problems as quickly and efficiently as possible.
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Nightguards for Bruxism
A nightguard is a special oral appliance designed to help our patients who struggle with teeth grinding, or bruxism. Symptoms of bruxism include frequent headaches or migraines, as well as pain in the neck, back, or shoulders. It can also lead to worn-down enamel. A custom-made nightguard helps ease the symptoms of bruxism, in addition to offering special protection for teeth. Dr. Scheddin also offers custom-made sportsguards, which are another type of orthotic appliance that can help patients protect their teeth while engaging in athletic activities that put their smiles at risk.
Fluoride Treatments
How much fluoride do you get on a regular basis? You should normally be exposed to this naturally occurring mineral via your toothpaste or tap water, and it will help your teeth resist decay much better. Children who have a hard time brushing and flossing or adults who have a high risk of tooth decay may need a fluoride supplement, which we are happy to provide. During the treatment, a special fluoride varnish is painted directly onto the teeth, where it can be absorbed by the enamel.
Oral Cancer Screenings
Though it’s often associated with smoking, over 25% of oral cancer patients don’t use tobacco or engage in other “high-risk” behaviors. In other words, almost anyone can get oral cancer! This disease claims one person every hour on average, but researchers have found that the odds of survival rise dramatically when a diagnosis is made during the early stages. We’ve made oral cancer screenings a normal part of dental checkups in order to check for discolored spots, lumps, and other worrisome signs. With this level of diligent care, you can rest assured that moving forward, your smile is cancer-free.
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Gum Disease Treatment
Research shows that gum disease affects roughly half of all patients over the age of 30 at some point in their lifetime. As implied by its name, it can completely ravage gum tissue, which in turn can affect teeth and even cause them to fall out. Fortunately, gum disease can be prevented and minor symptoms can even be reversed if you seek gum disease treatment from Dr. Scheddin and our team. If you’ve noticed bleeding gums when you brush, chronically foul breath, loose teeth, or other concerning symptoms, don’t hesitate to contact our office at once!