Preventative Dental Care
Having a healthy and beautiful smile isn’t just a matter of dental work – it also requires regular preventative dental care to maintain. Prevention is always better than treatment. It’s much better to keep dental problems from happening than to fix them after they occur. A little bit of prevention saves both time and money – it’s better to catch problems while they are small rather than wait and fix them with a more extensive procedure like a dental implant or full mouth restoration.
Regular dental checkups and cleanings by your family dentist are a key part of maintaining your oral health. How frequently you go to the dentist depends on your current dental health. Most people should see their dentist every six months. Patients with more regular dental problems should have a checkup or cleaning done every 3-4 months.
A proper preventative care regimen consists of both care you do at home, and care performed at regular intervals by your dentist. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Bowyer who can advise you on the best in-home routine as well as provide a personalized professional cleaning recommendation for you.
Dental Exams
Dental examinations are an important preventative measure that can identify oral health problems before they become worse. They can also save money – problems are easier to resolve while they are small. If you wait too long, a dental issue could become expensive, or even impossible to resolve. During a regular dental exam, Dr. Bowyer will:
• Visually check for signs of tooth decay
• Evaluate your risk for gum disease
• Take x-rays of your mouth to check for cysts, tumors, invisible tooth decay, and dental issues within your jaw
• Screen for oral cancer
Regular dental exams are often fully covered by insurance, so getting a regular checkup may be less expensive than you think. Check with your insurance company about preventative care coverage.
i-CAT Dental Exams
Dr. Bowyer is one of only a few general dentists in the Vancouver, WA area that offers advanced dental imaging using the i-CAT system. With this advanced dental diagnosis technology, Dr. Bowyer can identify dental issues before you even open your mouth. The i-CAT provides quick and insightful dental imaging for the most accurate dental diagnosis, such as:
• Panoramic radiographs.
• Full 3D images of teeth and the jaw.
• Airway and sinus assessment.
• Crowns, roots, developing teeth, impactions, dental implants, and alveolar bone.
For patients, the i-CAT 3D Dental Imaging System translates into several significant advantages:
• Higher standard of care.
• More accurate treatment planning.
• Avoiding the cost and discomfort of exploratory surgery.
• Less radiation than traditional hospital CT scanners.
• Avoid costs of impression molds.
• A more complete diagnosis for better dental health.
Dr. Bowyer’s office in pleased to offer this new level of technology for the best in dental care for Vancouver patients.
Dental Cleanings
Regular dental cleanings by a trained professional can help you take your dental health to the next level. No matter how good your brushing and flossing technique is, you’ll probably miss a few spots. Your dentist will also have access to better tools and equipment that can get your teeth as clean as they can be. During a regular cleaning, a dental hygienist will:
- Remove plaque from your teeth
- Remove tartar from your gum line
- Polish and remove stains from your teeth
Family Dentistry
Dr. Bowyer can provide dental care for your whole family. From braces for the kids to dentures for grandma, we have you covered. Schedule a free consultation with Dr. Bowyer, where he can understand your family’s needs. Each member of your family will get a custom treatment plan to best fit the care of their mouth and your family’s budget.
Why Dr. Bowyer?
Dr. Bowyer has been serving families in the Vancouver, Washington area for over 15 years. He has performed thousands of dental procedures for patients of all ages, and can work with you and your family on a treatment plan that fits in your busy schedule.
In addition to his extensive experience, Dr. Bowyer is highly regarded by his family dentistry patients. Just read through our many reviews to see all the positive experiences shared by the families in our care.
Ready To Take The Next Step?
Schedule a consultation with Dr. Bowyer to discuss your preventative dental care options. You can call us at (360) 253-2640, email us at info@drbowyer.com, or use the form on this page to request a free consultation.
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