Just Checking Up On You...
  Winter 2008

PhotoUnlike many other medical situations, where you only make an appointment when you have to address a painful or specific condition, going to the dentist on a regular basis should be a preventive habit rather than a reactive need. Preventive dentistry is always less invasive, more comfortable and more cost-effective than fixing an existing dental problem that has been ignored. With this in mind, what exactly do dentists look for when you come in for a dental checkup?

Our visual and manual check includes your throat and neck, and then your entire mouth - lips, teeth, gums, tongue and all surrounding tissues - as we look for any signs of decay and disease. We'll look for any deterioration in fillings, crowns or other restorations, new decay, signs of periodontal (gum) disease, root cavities (decay in the roots of teeth exposed by receding gums) and impacted wisdom teeth. We'll pay special attention to any unusual sores or changes that may indicate oral cancer. To ensure that bacteria are removed from around and below the gumline, we will scale and polish your teeth to remove plaque, calculus and stains. If the calculus is not removed, it irritates and inflames the gums, ultimately leading to gum disease, which is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults.

From time to time we will take x rays in order to see beyond tooth surfaces and between teeth. We will also talk about preventive procedures, such as tooth sealants, and any habits you have that may negatively affect the health, structure or color of your teeth. For example, what you eat and drink can affect tooth color, as can your age and your daily routines, from smoking to swimming. Yes, even swimming  athlete swimmers have been known to develop "swimmer's calculus"  staining tartar deposits on their teeth from exposure to chemically treated pool water!

With all this in mind, check your calendar to see if you're due for a dental visit. We look forward to seeing you soon, and helping you to look - and feel - great!

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Office Hours

Mon.: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Tues.: 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Wed.: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Thurs.: 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Our Location

121 Congressional Lane
Suite 501
Rockville, MD 20852
Conveniently Located
Near the Twinbrook
Metro Station


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