We at Sunrise Dental Clinic practice preventive dentistry with a passion to manage and maintain that beautiful smile. In addition to families’ regular dental visits, preventive dentistry for children is very important and requires parental involvement with daily oral care at home.

Why is preventive dentistry important?

Adults and children with a healthy mouth have a better chance of general health. Oral conditions can interfere with eating and adequate nutritional intake, speaking, self-esteem, and daily activities. Severe decay can affect growth and development. Adults and children with dental pain may be unable to concentrate in their respective work and school. In addition, a healthy mouth is more attractive, giving you confidence in your appearance. Most importantly, preventive dentistry can result in less extensive -- and less expensive -- treatment for you and your family.

When one must start preventive dentistry

Preventive dentistry begins with the first tooth. Daily cleaning of the teeth should begin as soon as the first tooth erupts. Visit your family dentist at the eruption of the first tooth or no later than 12 months of age to establish a dental plan. Early visits to your dentist are the foundation for a lifetime of good oral health and a great smile. The earlier you visit your dentist, the better the chance of preventing dental diseases which helps you build a cavity-free smile.

Parent’s role in preventive dentistry

After a thorough oral examination and assessing your child’s risk for developing cavities, dentists at Sunrise Dental Clinic will design a personalized preventive program of home care for your children. The program includes brushing and flossing instructions, diet counselling and, if necessary, fluoride recommendations. By following these directions, you can help give your children a lifetime of healthy habits and beautiful smiles for life.

How dentists at Sunrise Dental Clinic can help prevent dental problems

Tooth cleaning and polishing and fluoride treatments are very basic parts of your prevention program. However, there is much more. For example, your dentist can apply sealants to protect your teeth from tooth decay, help you select a mouth guard to prevent work or sports injuries to the face and teeth, and provide early diagnosis and care of orthodontic problems. Your dentist is uniquely trained to develop a combination of office and home preventive care to ensure you and your family a happy smile.