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Preventative Dentistry
The Vivaldi Smile Artisan philosophy is: “Prevention is always better than intervention.”
Preventative Dentistry
The Vivaldi Smile Artisan philosophy is: “Prevention is always better than intervention.”What is preventative dentistry?
Preventative dentistry is a term used to refer to any dental treatments that aims to prevent oral health problems. This can include:- routine oral check-ups
- dental radiographs
- dental scaling and cleanings
- fissure sealants
- fluoride treatments
What is preventative dentistry?
Preventative dentistry is a term used to refer to any dental treatments that aims to prevent oral health problems. This can include:- routine oral check-ups
- dental radiographs
- dental scaling and cleanings
- fissure sealants
- fluoride treatments
Why is preventative dentistry important?
Preventative dentistry aims to prevent tooth decay, gum disease, gum recession, infection, tooth loss and bone loss, and takes measures to identify existing problems and treat them in early stages, before they become more serious issues. It also aims to identify potential causes that might compromise your oral health before the disease happens. Why is preventative dentistry important?
Preventative dentistry aims to prevent tooth decay, gum disease, gum recession, infection, tooth loss and bone loss, and takes measures to identify existing problems and treat them in early stages, before they become more serious issues. It also aims to identify potential causes that might compromise your oral health before the disease happens.What are the 3 levels of preventative dentistry?
The 3 levels of prevention dentistry are:What are the 3 levels of preventative dentistry?
The 3 levels of prevention dentistry are:1. Primary Prevention
This involves intervention before adverse health effects occur. This is achieved through:- Six monthly scale & clean – to maintain gum health
- Fissure sealants – to prevent cavities on the biting surface of back teeth (especially beneficial in children, when the adult molars erupt)
- Remineralising treatments – to strengthen the tooth enamel and prevent cavities
1. Primary Prevention
This involves intervention before adverse health effects occur. This is achieved through:- Six monthly scale & clean – to maintain gum health
- Fissure sealants – to prevent cavities on the biting surface of back teeth (especially beneficial in children, when the adult molars erupt)
- Remineralising treatments – to strengthen the tooth enamel and prevent cavities
2. Secondary Prevention
This involves screening to identify diseases of the teeth and gums in their earliest stages and involves:- Deeper scaling – when gingivitis is already present to prevent progression into bone loss
- Remineralisation procedures – when early stages of tooth decay can still be reversed
2. Secondary Prevention
This involves screening to identify diseases of the teeth and gums in their earliest stages and involves:- Deeper scaling – when gingivitis is already present to prevent progression into bone loss
- Remineralisation procedures – when early stages of tooth decay can still be reversed
3.Tertiary Prevention
This is the managing of disease post diagnosis to slow or stop oral health issues and can include a combination of in-office and home care, with changes in oral hygiene and diet.
3.Tertiary Prevention
This is the managing of disease post diagnosis to slow or stop oral health issues and can include a combination of in-office and home care, with changes in oral hygiene and diet.
Education is the key for preventative dentistry
At Vivaldi Smile Artisans, we believe that patients should have the knowledge to help them be in control of their good oral health. Our commitment to our patients is to ensure ongoing education that includes:- the teaching of proper brushing and flossing techniques
- recommending which products to use at home for better plaque control
- discussing diet and encouraging the reduction of high sugar content foods and drinks
- understanding risk factors such as genetics, smoking, use of medications and systemic conditions (such as diabetes, Sjogren Syndrome, bulimia, etc)
Education is the key for preventative dentistry
At Vivaldi Smile Artisans, we believe that patients should have the knowledge to help them be in control of their good oral health. Our commitment to our patients is to ensure ongoing education that includes:- the teaching of proper brushing and flossing techniques
- recommending which products to use at home for better plaque control
- discussing diet and encouraging the reduction of high sugar content foods and drinks
- understanding risk factors such as genetics, smoking, use of medications and systemic conditions (such as diabetes, Sjogren Syndrome, bulimia, etc)
If you’re ready to start smiling more, come and visit us in our Sydney CBD dental clinic
