At the office of Dr. Virginia L. Gregory, our number one goal is to stop oral problems before they start with excellent preventive dental care. Your Mount Pleasant dentist and the whole team of dental professionals at our 29464 dentist office are focused on maintaining healthy teeth for you and the whole family — read on to learn more about our services in preventive dentistry, and then schedule your appointment for a checkup today.
Preventive Dentistry Stops Problems Before They Start
Dr. Gregory knows the best way to care for teeth is to halt decay and other infections in their tracks — before they ever even begin to develop. Services in preventive dentistry are varied and include the following.
Regular Dental Checkups and Cleanings
Excellent oral health demands three things: brushing for two minutes, twice a day, flossing once a day and visiting your trusted dentist in 29464 every six months. These twice-annual dental appointments give your dentist the chance to check for small signs of decay or infection and stop them before they worsen. Your dentist will also thoroughly examine the bite, jaw and other important areas of your mouth — and with advanced digital x-rays, we’re able to quickly capture a complete picture of your oral structures. After a complete oral exam, we know exactly what you need in order to maintain healthy teeth.
Once the exam is complete, one of our trusted hygienists will perform a dental cleaning. The cleaning is crucial in removing the tartar buildup that regular brushing just can’t get. Once it’s all over, you’ll leave each six month checkup with a smile that looks and feels as clean as can be.
Oral Cancer Screenings
Your trusted doctor checks for more than just cavities and gum disease. Our practice also offers oral cancer screenings as a vital service for our adult patients. When caught early, oral cancer is easier to treat — but too many times it goes unnoticed due to a lack of patient awareness.
During an oral cancer screening, we’ll carefully scan your mouth for any possible signs of cancerous cells — that means any color changes in the soft tissues, lumps or thickened areas, or a non-healing sore. If we find anything that seems suspicious, we can help you understand and move forward with the vital next steps.
Other Preventive Services
We have a number of preventive services to ensure you and your whole family have the healthiest teeth possible. Our other preventive services include:
- Dental sealants for children
- Nightguards for bruxism (or teeth grinding)
- Mouthguards for athletes
- Periodontal, or gum, therapy
Request Your Appointment Today
If you’re ready to start on a journey to teeth that will last for a lifetime, don’t wait to schedule your appointment with Dr. Gregory. Call us today. We serve all patients in and around the Mt. Pleasant, SC, area, including Charleston, North Charleston, Summerville, Wando, Hanahan and beyond.