Preventive dentistry, as previously stated, is the act of avoiding or preventing an issue from arising when associated with your dental health. This allows for your mouth to remain healthy and able to fully perform normal, everyday functions, such as eating, drinking, speaking, or even sleeping.
Prevention tactics don’t necessarily always require a visit to the dentist, in fact, quite a few dental issues can be avoided through at home prevention techniques. For instance, by brushing your teeth, you can prevent bacteria from being able to collect and gather on or around your teeth, protecting your teeth and gums from infection. Other ways to prevent complications from arising include:
Dr. Tran, Dr. Hoang, and the friendly, welcoming staff at Gentle Smiles will do everything possible to make you feel at home. Contact us today by calling 972-329-7645 (972-329-SMILE) to experience our compassionate, effective, and individualized care. We proudly serve patients from Dallas, TX, and all surrounding communities, including Mesquite, Balch Springs, Garland, and Seagoville.
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