Preventive Dentistry Melrose
Thinking Ahead for Your Smile
Effective dental care starts with prevention, so that’s why it’s a central pillar of our practice. By being proactive with routine exams, cleanings, and more, we can help you avoid the small dental problems today that turn into bigger issues down the road. We’re ready to give you peace of mind along with that clean feeling everyone likes—just reach out today.
Why Choose Melrose Dental Group for Preventive Dentistry?
- Warm, Comforting Approach to Dentistry
- We Go at Your Pace
- We Can See Your Entire Family
Dental Checkups & Cleanings
A checkup, or exam, lets us do much more than search for cavities. We can also find small cracks, make sure your existing dental work is in good shape, and identify symptoms that could point to oral cancer. When found early, any issue is faster and easier to treat, which is why we recommend coming in at least twice a year.
A professional dental cleaning is performed at every hygiene visit in our office and involves the removal of plaque and tartar along with the evaluation of surrounding gums. Specialized instruments like ultrasonic devices that emit vibrations and are cooled by water or hand instruments are used to gently remove these deposits. Once all the tooth surfaces have been cleaned of tartar and plaque, the teeth are polished by the hygienist, who will work to floss between each of your teeth and reinforce proper preventive home care techniques.
Nightguards for Bruxism
Bruxism, or unconscious teeth grinding, is one of the most common and often overlooked dental problems. Often happening while a patient is asleep, it dramatically increases the risk of worn-down teeth, broken crowns, and cavities (because it weakens enamel). But with a nightguard made just for you, we can protect your teeth, your sleep, and let you rest a little easier.
Dental Sealants
Dental sealants are a safe resin material applied to the surfaces of teeth (commonly permanent molars) to prevent cavities. Sealants fill in the crevices of a tooth and protect them from cavity-causing agents like food and plaque. The teeth are prepped for the sealant application, and the sealant is painted directly on the chewing surface of the teeth and then hardened. Sealants are applied in one visit.
Children’s Dentistry
We save families from having to visit multiple offices, and we also help them avoid stressful trips to the dentist! Our team knows how to work with children of all ages, from toddlers to teens and every stage in between. We keep appointments light, positive, and productive. On top of routine checkups and hygiene, we can also protect your child’s most vulnerable teeth with sealants, make a custom sports guard, and even fix lip/tongue-tie with a comfortable frenectomy.
TMJ Treatment
Jaw stiffness, facial soreness, and even headaches/migraines can stem from an unbalanced or overworked TMJ (the joint that connects your lower jaw to your skull). Often due to a misaligned bite, we can identify the source of the problem, correct it conservatively, and deliver lasting relief. It often involves slightly reshaping a few key teeth so the top and bottom come together smoothly and evenly, taking strain off the jaw muscles.