Preventative Care

Preventative Dental Treatment & Care

Dental Cleaning

Preventative Care — Boy Smiling And Sitting In Dentists Chair in Bangor, ME
With over 40 years serving Maine families, Stillwater Dental is your leader in preventive dental care. Your dentist will determine what type of cleanings are needed for your optimum oral health and then schedule you for your routine dental care services, usually at a minimum of 6 month intervals, though some patients may be recommended for more frequent visits, which will be determined on an individual basis. 
A dental cleaning visit will include:
  • Oral examination of your teeth and gums by your hygienist, 
  • Oral cancer screening, 
  • Thorough dental cleaning, 
  • Flossing between the teeth, and 
  • Polishing the teeth with a flavored paste of your choice 
  • Once a year, you will also have a thorough exam visit with your dentist to answer any questions and to update your treatment plan as needed. 

Fluoride

People with certain conditions may be at increased risk of tooth decay and would therefore benefit from additional fluoride treatment. Fluoride intake is most critical for infants and children between the ages of 6 months and 16 as this is the time frame during which the primary and permanent teeth come in.
They include people with:
  • Dry Mouth
  • Gum Disease
  • Frequent Cavity Suffers
  • Those with crowns, bridges, braces, or other hardware.
Ask your dentist if you could benefit from additional fluoride. Contact us today at (207) 947-0717 or Request an Appointment Online to speak with your dental team member about fluoride treatments.

Teeth Whitening

Having stained or discolored teeth can make it difficult to feel confident in your smile. And many things can contribute to staining, including accidents, medications, aging, smoking, foods & beverages, and poor oral health, to name a few. At Stillwater Dental, it’s easier than ever to achieve a noticeably whiter & brighter smile in just seven days with our take-home whitening treatments, so you can whiten your teeth from the comfort of your own home.

At your first visit, you will have impressions made of your teeth so that a custom dental “tray” can be fabricated just for you. At your second visit, you will receive your custom tray and a kit of professional-strength whitening gel, along with instructions for use. Tooth whitening is a simple process that can make a significant difference in how you feel about your smile. If you’re ready to discover the confidence a brighter smile provides, call us soon at (207) 947-0717. Our friendly staff are happy to assist you.

Sealants

Because teeth are not smooth but have pits and fissures that aid in chewing, these areas are often difficult to clean so are more prone to developing decay. Most cavities actually form in these pits and fissure areas. Sealants are a protective coating that can be applied to back teeth (molars). It adheres to the tooth and prevents plaque bacteria acids from damaging the tooth enamel on the biting surfaces. 

Since decay can begin early in life, sealants are recommended for most children and teens. But adults can benefit as well, though most insurances will only cover children up to a certain age, usually somewhere between 14 and 19. However since insurances vary, our front office staff will be happy to discuss with you what your specific insurance is expected to cover for these services.

For more information about sealants or to set up an appointment, call us soon at (207) 947-0717.
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