Preventive Dentistry Colorado Springs
Setting Your Smile Up for a Lifetime of Great Health
Believe it or not, brushing and flossing at home – even if you’re diligent about maintaining the habit – isn’t enough to fully protect your smile from certain threats. That’s why routine preventive care is so crucial. Dr. Waite and our team can easily identify hidden issues before they have the chance to worsen and harm your smile. If it’s been at least six months since your last checkup and cleaning, don’t wait to contact us to get your next visit scheduled!
Why Choose Aspen Ridge Dental Care for Preventive Dentistry?
- Small, Homelike Office with a Friendly Team
- Advanced Technology Ensures Precise Diagnosing
- Proudly Welcoming Patients of All Ages!
Dental Checkups & Cleanings
Routine dental appointments are at the foundation of maintaining excellent dental health. These appointments allow Dr. Waite to carefully examine your smile twice a year and ensure that no hidden issues are threatening your teeth, gums, or any other oral structures. Following this examination, your teeth will receive a thorough deep cleaning to have any built-up plaque and tartar removed. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask questions about your dental health so that when you’re at home, you’re able to better manage your hygiene.
Nightguards for Bruxism
Bruxism is a condition that causes patients to chronically grind their teeth together or clench their jaws, and it often occurs during the nighttime when patients are unaware it’s happening. Needless to say, this can cause damage to the teeth and jaw muscles alike if left untreated – but luckily, a nightguard often serves as an effective solution. These custom-made oral devices are worn at night and ensure that the jaw is held in a proper position and the teeth aren’t coming into unfavorable contact.
Fluoride Treatment
Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral that is found in virtually all oral hygiene products, as well as most local water sources, due to its incredible, unique oral benefits. Simply put, it assists the teeth’s outermost layer, known as the enamel, by fortifying it and providing an additional shield against cavity-causing bacteria. Following a routine checkup and cleaning, our team can apply a topical fluoride treatment, normally in the form of a gel or varnish, directly to the teeth to ensure that moving forward, they have an extra edge against bacteria.
Children’s Dentistry
As a busy father himself, Dr. Waite knows that dental health is a lifelong endeavor, and it’s not always easy to ensure your whole family’s needs are met. However, you and your child certainly don’t have to go about it alone. Our office proudly offers children’s dentistry to help ensure that your child’s dental development is right on track and heading toward a bright future.
TMJ Treatment
TMJ refers to the temporomandibular joints, which are responsible for connecting your jaw to the rest of your skull and granting your mouth a wide range of motion. Needless to say, these joints have an important job – however, their complexity means they’re susceptible to issues that can cause discomfort and impact your oral functionality. Our practice proudly offers multiple TMJ treatment options, including occlusal splints and BOTOX injections.