Dental cleanings and examinations should begin at a very young age. Early visits help ensure that baby teeth grow properly and remain healthy until adult teeth are ready to come in. Starting early also helps children become comfortable with dental visits, making future appointments less stressful.
Regular dental cleanings help remove harmful plaque and bacteria that can cause cavities, gum disease, and infections. For children, this protects baby teeth and supports healthy development of adult teeth. For adults, routine cleanings help prevent tooth decay, sensitivity, and dental emergencies by addressing problems before they become serious.
American Dental Association (ADA). Glossary of Dental Terms. 2015
At Care For You Dental, we provide dental cleanings and examinations to patients throughout Las Vegas. We believe that preventative care is essential for staying in good oral health. Our goal is to keep our patients as healthy as possible. The best way to do so is through ongoing dental care and teaching our patients how to practice good oral hygiene at home. If you live in the Las Vegas area, call (702) 765-4018 to schedule your exam and to learn how you can stay healthy year-round.
Our team works with patients of various ages and knows how to help children to feel comfortable while visiting the dentist. Families throughout Nevada visit our dentist office to for their child to receive a teeth cleaning. We recommend that teeth cleanings and exams start from a very young age. This is important for ensuring that baby teeth grow in properly and stay healthy until the adult teeth are ready to come in. People may not realize how important healthy baby teeth are. Children can get cavities and gum disease just like adults do. The difference being that children are less capable of understanding or dealing with discomfort. We recommend that parents throughout Las Vegas bring their children in for dental cleanings and examinations at least twice a year. This way, we can remove harmful plaque and bacteria in order to prevent cavities.
While cleaning children’s teeth, our staff will be sure to practice gentle dentistry. By building a rapport with our young patients, they will feel more relaxed during their dental appointments. Thus, visiting the dentist becomes fun instead of intimidating. We also recommend that parents take the time to read stories about going to the dentist and play games by teaching children how to examine their toy’s teeth. These little steps can help children to feel comfortable when getting their own teeth cleaned. By doing so twice a year, their baby teeth are more likely to stay in until they are supposed to fall out, and their adult teeth will also stay healthier. If you have questions about scheduling an appointment for your child call 702-765-4018.
We recommend that adults throughout Las Vegas NV receive teeth cleanings at least twice a year, as well. Good oral health is important regardless of how old you are. As people age, their risk for an oral infection continues to increase. The older teeth get, the more the protective enamel starts to wear away, and it can become easier to get a cavity. The best way to combat this is by brushing and flossing throughout the day in addition to visiting the dentist on a regular basis. We offer flexible appointment times so that you can schedule an appointment around your work or family schedule, making it easier than ever to get a teeth cleaning.
At Care For You Dental, we practice gentle dentistry and provide teeth cleanings for patients with sensitive teeth. Many adults avoid visiting the dentist due to concern that their teeth will hurt or feel worse during the exam or subsequent cleaning. When working with the right dentist, you can feel comfortable regardless of how sensitive your teeth are.
If you live in Nevada, it is important to understand the reason that teeth become sensitive. Very often, it is due to the enamel on the outside of the teeth wearing away.
Enamel can wear away due to age, what you eat and improper oral health care. While brushing with desensitizing toothpaste can help, you need to continue visiting the dentist to ensure that your teeth and gums stay healthy. Otherwise, the sensitivity can increase. During your dental exam, let us know about the discomfort you are feeling so that we can discuss ways to reduce it by using methods such as a fluoride treatment or sealant.
Regularly scheduled dental cleaning and examinations can help to prevent a dental emergency. Many adults go far too long between visits to the dentist. As a year or two goes by, infections can develop that create a painful situation and lead to dental emergencies.
For example, a minor cavity can be corrected with minimal discomfort. However, if the infection spreads into the center of the tooth, the dental pulp can become infected and a root canal will become necessary. Fortunately, these types of infections can typically be avoided by scheduling an appointment twice a year with Lubna Anwar. It is important to keep in mind that healthy teeth are also less likely to become damaged or injured. By staying in good health, you can prevent teeth from becoming cracked or chipped during an accident
During the teeth cleaning and examination, we will also discuss ways that you can keep your teeth and gums healthy at home. At Care For You Dental, we believe that good oral hygiene at home is important to do in conjunction with visiting our office. We recommend that you use a soft toothbrush to brush your teeth twice a day and use fluoride toothpaste.
This will keep harmful sugar and bacteria off of your teeth and the fluoride will help to strengthen them. You will also benefit from flossing daily to get food particles and bacteria out of hard to reach places. Following up with an antibacterial mouthwash will help to kill any remaining germs.
Your diet is also important to good oral health. Make sure to drink plenty of water and eat a diet that contains dairy products, lean protein, green vegetables and complex carbs so that your body gets the nutrients it needs to stay healthy. We can provide additional tips and information during your dental cleaning and examinations. To schedule your appointment with Care For You Dental call (702) 765-4018.
Cosmetic dentistry is generally used to refer to any dental work that improves the appearance (though not necessarily the function) of a person’s teeth, gums, and/or bite.
Tooth decay occurs when the enamel begins to break down, causing erosion due to plaque and tartar buildup on the teeth.
Dental caries, also known as cavities, result from poor oral hygiene that allows plaque to build up and form tiny holes in the teeth.
A dental checkup is an appointment that includes cleaning the teeth, checking for any signs of infection, and treating any issues found. It is typically recommended at least once every six months.
A dental filling restores the structure of a tooth by using metal, alloy, porcelain, or plastic to fill the damaged area.
Dental sealants are made of a resin material that we apply to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth to help prevent dental caries.
A dentist, also known as a dental surgeon, is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and conditions of the oral cavity.
Gingivitis is inflammation of the gum tissue that results from plaque buildup, infections in the mouth, and poor oral hygiene.
Preventive dentistry focuses on maintaining oral health to help prevent plaque buildup, tartar formation, and infections in the mouth.
Tartar forms when plaque builds up on the surface of the teeth and hardens (calcifies) into a deposit that is much more difficult to remove and typically requires professional treatment.
Tooth enamel is the protective, visible outer layer of a tooth that covers and protects the dentin and dental pulp.
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We provide a wide range of dental services, including routine checkups and cleanings, emergency dental care, tooth extractions, root canal treatment, cosmetic dentistry (crowns, veneers, bonding), and dental implants.
If you are experiencing severe tooth pain, swelling, bleeding, or a broken/chipped tooth, contact us immediately. We offer emergency dental care and will try to schedule you as soon as possible.
Yes. We treat patients of all ages, including children. We also help patients with dental anxiety by providing a calm environment and discussing comfort options, including sedation when appropriate.