Preventive Dentistry – Weatherford, TX

Dental Checkups
& Cleanings

Children, teens, and adults should all visit the dentist at least twice a year for checkups and cleanings. With our state-of-the-art technology and our team’s keen eyes for detail, we will carefully inspect the teeth for damage, decay, disease, or other signs of dental health problems that might call for treatment of some kind. If plaque or tartar is found, we can gently remove it before it leads to a cavity or an infection of the gums.

Nightguards
for Bruxism

Everyone experiences stress in one form or another. Sometimes it can cause you to clench your jaw and grind your teeth when you sleep. The force that this puts on the teeth is much greater than that of regular biting and chewing, and as such it can take a serious toll on the enamel. If we find signs of excessive wear and tear on your teeth, we can provide you with a personalized mouthguard to keep your smile safe at night.

Fluoride Treatments

Fluoride is found in all ADA-approved toothpastes, and it’s routinely added to tap water across the country. The reason is simple: it helps support strong, healthy teeth that are more resistant to cavities. We apply fluoride to your teeth as part of a routine checkup; this is especially recommended for our younger patients, who may not have quite gotten the hang of keeping their entire mouths clean yet. The fluoride will be placed directly on the teeth so that the enamel has a chance to absorb it.

Tooth-Colored Fillings

The ADA has officially stated mercury levels in traditional amalgam fillings is safe. However, our office takes a conservative approach when it comes to your health. We are a metal-free office using durable composite resin for tooth-colored fillings and all-porcelain crowns to keep your smile strong and natural looking.

Oral Cancer Screenings

There are 13,500 oral cancer deaths per year in the United States alone, and 450,000 new cases are found across the globe on an annual basis. An early diagnosis can help save you from becoming a statistic, as it becomes much easier to treat oral cancer if it’s caught before it spreads. During your next checkup, we’ll be on the lookout for unusual lumps and discolored patches in your mouth that might be early signs of cancer; if we find anything, we’ll let you know what your first steps should be.

Snoring & Sleep Apnea

If you snore or have reason to doubt the quality of the sleep you’ve been getting lately, you should see about having a sleep test performed. There’s a chance that you could have sleep apnea, a serious sleep-related breathing disorder that can have deadly side effects. If you’ve been diagnosed with mild or moderate sleep apnea, let us know; we may be able to help you keep your airway clear with a specially made oral appliance.