Preventive Dentistry Abilene
The Key to Maintaining a Healthy Smile for Life
It’s simply not possible to maintain a healthy, problem-free smile entirely on your own, no matter how diligent you are about brushing and flossing. Even if you stay on top of things, some issues can remain hidden under the radar until they become quite serious and costly to treat. That’s why our team emphasizes a proactive approach toward oral hygiene; we want your smile to look and feel its best for the foreseeable future! Here’s a little more about the preventive services we proudly offer our patients in Abilene and the surrounding areas.
Why Choose Drs. Jonathan & Robert Hawley for Preventive Dentistry?
- Friendly and Accommodating Dental Hygiene Staff
- Practice Led by Two Highly-Trained Prosthodontists
- Trusted by Abilene Since 1996
Dental Checkups & Cleanings
Every routine checkup involves a thorough visual and tactile examination of your teeth, gums, and the rest of your oral structures. We’ll be searching for hidden signs of tooth decay, gum disease, or other problems that threaten your wellness. This also includes a screening for oral cancer symptoms. Though serious, the disease can often be managed if caught early on. Following this examination, we’ll carry out a detailed cleaning of your smile and remove built-up plaque and tartar, leaving your teeth in a much healthier state than when you arrived!
Fluoride Treatment
Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral that’s often found in sources of tap water, as well as hygiene products like toothpaste and mouthwash, since it has numerous dental benefits including the ability to remineralize and strengthen enamel. Our team can apply a special fluoride treatment to your teeth following your next routine checkup. This process is quick, totally painless, and can reduce sensitivity as well as lower your overall cavity risk.
Nightguards for Bruxism
Bruxism refers to a condition that causes patients to subconsciously grind their teeth or clench their jaws, and since it most often happens during sleep, it’s not always easy to diagnose or address. This might seem like a harmless habit, but over time, it can lead to some pretty serious long-term consequences for your teeth and jaw muscles. We can provide you with a custom nightguard that creates a protective barrier between your teeth, preventing any serious damage.