Cavities – Dental decay

Fluoride has been a great benefit to patients of all ages in helping prevent dental decay. Regular brushing and flossing lowers the chance of developing “cavities.”

At Dentistry For Adults we know that the most decay-prone areas of teeth are the grooves and depressions on the chewing surfaces of the back teeth, which require further preventive care.

To prevent decay, a plastic-like coating called a sealant should be painted on the chewing surfaces of all the back teeth. Studies have shown that sealants can reduce tooth decay by as much as 90% to 100% in the Plano area and nation wide.

The American Dental Association recommends that sealants be placed as soon as the first adult back teeth come in at age 6 or 7. Sealants should continue to be used as each adult back tooth comes into the mouth. All back teeth that need to be sealed are present by age 13. Sealant application is simple, fast, and painless.

Please call Dentistry For Adults with any questions you may have about the benefits using a sealant in preventing dental decay.

Tooth decay prevention

Fluoride, in proper dosage, has been shown to significantly reduce dental decay. When fluoridated water has less than the ideal amount or is not available, fluoride supplements are recommended. (A call to your local water district is all that is necessary to determine whether your water has fluoride or not.)

When supplements are needed, the administration of fluoride supplements should begin shortly after birth and continue through the time of eruption of the second permanent molars (approx. 12 years of age).

Regular dental check-ups at Dentistry For Adults should begin no later than 18 months of age.

If you have any questions or need more information, don’t hesitate to contact our office at (972) 981-865

Eating for a healthier smile

Dental health and diet

Diets low in certain nutrients reduce resistance to oral and dental infections, that is, periodontal disease (gum disease) and decay. We feel a healthy immune system is essential to controlling periodontal disease.

Counseling in the Four Basic Food Groups will improve dental health and general health. The consumption of sugar, especially in sticky forms or in a baby bottle while sleeping, contributes to the rapid development of dental decay.

The trace nutrient fluoride, may not be adequately supplied by bottle or municipal water supplies throughout the Plano area. Supplementation with oral tablets and topical application will reduce the incidence of dental decay by more than 60%.

Together, a balanced diet, daily use of fluoride, effective brushing, and sensible eating habits can reduce the risk of, or even prevent, infectious dental disease.

Please don’t hesitate to call Dentistry For Adults at (972) 981-8653 if you need more information on diet or fluoride supplementation and its relationship to dental health.

General Denistry

A quality Plano general dentist is hard to find.

We are a caring, friendly team of dental professionals committed to providing a comfortable dental experience. That is just one trait of this fine Plano family dentist.

Our goal is to provide the best dental care possible for you and your family in a compassionate, caring environment. At Dentistry For Adults we want to help you maintain your oral hygiene in a way that will keep your teeth and mouth healthy for a lifetime.

Many dentists in the Plano area are not general dentists. You can rest assured your family will receive the best possible care from this great Plano general dentist.

Click below for general dental health topics…

• Emergency dental treatment
• Diet and dental health
• Prevent tooth decay
• Dental decay “cavities”
• Some dental problems are easy to see: Plaque!
• When should my child first see a dentist?

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