Preventive Treatments
Preventive dentistry is intended to identify dental problems and related health conditions before they start. Oral health is vital to the health of your entire body.
Proper home hygiene, such as brushing at least two times a day and flossing your teeth with good technique, healthy eating, and regular dental exams and treatments, are proven preventive care. Dr. Curtis and the hygienist together create a customized oral health and wellness plan with an emphasis on prevention.
Digital X-Rays and CT Scans
State-of-the-art digital X-rays are highly detailed images that reduce a patient's exposure to radiation from standard dental X-rays by 90%.
Routine X-rays can be extremely revealing when it comes to prevention and periodontal disease. X-rays show the extent of bone and gum recession, aiding Dr. Curtis in identifying areas that may need future attention.
Dental computed tomography (CT) is a special type of three-dimensional X-ray equipment used when regular dental X-rays do not provide Dr. Curtis sufficient detail for more complicated issues. This technology produces three-dimensional images of your teeth, soft tissues, nerve pathways and bone in a single scan.
Diagnodent Cavity Scanner
Another therapy Dr. Brookover uses as part of dental care is the Diagnodent cavity scanner. This scanner is a fast, painless test on your teeth that identifies cavities that may not yet be visible. By catching cavities as early as possible, they can often be treated without the need for a filling.
Cavitron
The Cavitron is a state-of-the-art ultrasonic cleaning instrument for removing tartar from both above and below the gum line. It is so gentle and effective that it can even be used to administer deep cleaning and gum therapy, many times without the need for anesthetic.
Clifford Materials Reactivity Testing
People possess unique chemical sensitivities. Certain substances can be toxic and may result in serious health problems. Pre-screening of dental restoratives offers patients safety and peace of mind. This is especially important in patients who already have compromised immunity.
Clifford Materials Reactivity Testing provides Dr. Curtis with extensive information about his patient's individual sensitivities so that the most compatible materials can be chosen and used in treatments for the best and safest outcome. The goal is to restore the teeth and mouth with predictable results and minimize the chance of undesirable side effects.