General & Preventive Dentistry

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The best dental news is catching it early. Start with a cleaning and exam.

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This is where it all starts, and honestly, where the best outcomes come from. Regular cleanings, thorough exams, and early detection keep small things small. And when something does come up, catching it early means simpler treatment, less cost, and a lot less stress. Whether it's been six months or six years since your last visit, there's no lecture waiting for you here. Just a team that's glad you showed up.

Cleaning

What it is: A professional cleaning removes plaque and tartar that brushing and flossing miss, especially along the gumline and between teeth. It's also when we check in on your overall oral health, catch anything early, and make sure you leave feeling fresh.

Who is it for: Everyone. If it's been a while, this is the easiest first step back. If you come regularly, this is how we keep it that way.

Exams

What it is: A comprehensive exam is more than just looking at your teeth. We assess your gums, jaw, bite, and screen for anything that needs attention: from cavities to early signs of oral cancer. Think of it as a full check-up for your mouth.

Who is it for: New patients getting a baseline, existing patients due for their regular check-up, or anyone who's noticed something that doesn't feel right.

Deep Cleaning (SRP)

What it is: Scaling and root planing is a deeper clean for patients with gum disease or significant tartar buildup below the gumline. We clean the root surfaces to help your gums reattach and heal. It sounds more intense than it is, most patients are surprised.

Who is it for: Patients with signs of gum disease: bleeding gums, persistent bad breath, or gum recession. Often recommended after an exam reveals deeper pockets around the teeth.

Arrestin

What it is: Arrestin is a localized antibiotic we place directly into infected gum pockets after a deep cleaning. It fights bacteria right at the source and helps your gums heal faster. No pills, no system-wide medication, just targeted treatment where you need it.

Who is it for: Patients undergoing deep cleaning who have specific areas of infection or persistent gum disease that need extra support to heal.

Periodontal Maintenance

What it is: Once you've had treatment for gum disease, regular maintenance visits keep things stable. These are more thorough than a standard cleaning: we measure gum pockets, monitor your progress, and clean areas that are still recovering. It's the follow-through that makes the treatment stick.

Who is it for: Patients who've completed deep cleaning or gum disease treatment. Typically scheduled every 3–4 months instead of the standard 6.

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Every treatment starts with a question you were afraid to ask. Here's where we answer them honestly.

FAQs

Questions?
We've got answers.

We know choosing a dental practice is a big decision — especially if it's been a while, or if you're navigating something complex. Here are the ones we hear most.

Do you accept my insurance?

What is a prosthodontist — and why does it matter?

It's been a while since my last visit. Is that okay?

Can I get everything done in one place — cleanings, implants, cosmetic work?

What if I already have a treatment plan from another dentist?

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*The New Patient promotion applies valid when insurance coverage not applicable. No insurance benefits or any other discount offer may be combined with the promotion.
General cleaning D1110, Xrays D0274, Exam D0150.
Offer valid up to the end of the calendar year.

*The patient and any other person responsible for payment has the right to refuse to pay, cancel payment, or be reimbursed for payment for any other service, examination or treatment that is performed as a result of and within 72 hours of responding to the advertisement for the free, discounted fee or reduced fee service, examination or treatment.

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*The patient and any other person responsible for payment has the right to refuse to pay, cancel payment, or be reimbursed for payment for any other service, examination or treatment that is performed as a result of and within 72 hours of responding to the advertisement for the free, discounted fee or reduced fee service, examination or treatment.

*The New Patient promotion applies valid when insurance coverage not applicable. No insurance benefits or any other discount offer may be combined with the promotion.

General cleaning D1110, Xrays D0274, Exam D0150.

Offer valid up to the end of the calendar year.

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