Keeping Smiles Problem-Free

The best way to keep your smile healthy throughout your lifetime is to visit your dentist every six months for a checkup and cleaning. During these appointments, our team will take X-rays of your mouth, conduct a thorough examination of your teeth and gums, and professionally clean your smile. If we spot any signs of problems, we’ll alert you to them and develop a treatment plan to ensure that they don’t get any worse.

Did you know that oral cancer is among the top three most common oral health problems in the country? When it’s left to progress and spread to other areas of your body, it can become life-threatening and harder to treat. That’s why our team at Bell Road Dentistry conducts semi-annual oral cancer screenings at each of your routine appointments. Our goal is to spot the symptoms as early as possible to increase your chances of successfully treating the disease.

If you or your child are at a high risk of getting cavities because your teeth have deep grooves in them that catch and trap harmful debris in your mouth, dental sealants may be a great preventive treatment for you. These are clear shields that are painted over the biting surface of your molars to keep plaque and food from building up and attracting bacteria that cause cavities. Once the substance is hardened, your sealants can continue protecting your teeth for years.

Fluoride is a naturally derived mineral that comes from rocks and can also be found in some fresh fruits and vegetables and even the air. Cities have added it into their local water sources for decades because it has been shown to strengthen your enamel, which is the protective, outermost layer of your teeth, and prevent cavity formation. If you don’t receive enough of this mineral in your daily diet, we also offer fluoride treatments, which are fast, easy, and painless ways to strengthen your smile and keep your teeth healthy.

Do you play contact sports that could put your mouth or jaw at risk of becoming damaged? One of the most important pieces of protective gear that you should have on you each time you step foot onto the field or court is a sportsguard. At Bell Road Dentistry, we custom-craft mouthguards from durable, protective acrylic that cushions your jaw and teeth from impact. Not only can this help you avoid a trip to your emergency dentist, but it can also keep you from developing a variety of chronic conditions down the road, like TMJ disorder.

When you wake up in the morning, is your jaw tense? Do you have a dull and thumping headache or neck pain? These are all signs that you may be clenching and grinding your teeth at night. If you’re not careful, this condition (bruxism) can result in dental damage and jaw joint dysfunction, known as TMD. We offer customized protective mouthguards that you can put in before you go to bed to protect your smile from harm.

At Bell Road Dentistry, our friendly and experienced team treats patients of all ages, including children. We understand the importance of taking care of developing smiles, which is why we offer a wide range of preventive, kid-friendly treatments for little ones, including dental sealants and checkups and cleanings. We always try our best to provide children with an enjoyable, educational, and fun visit so they start to look forward to visiting our office.

Do you get overwhelmed when you go to purchase new oral hygiene products because there are so many options available to you? How do you know which toothpaste or toothbrush is best for your unique smile? Our team is happy to recommend oral hygiene products for you when you visit us for your checkups and cleanings. Just be sure to ask us during your next appointment!