Preventing a problem before it starts is much more beneficial than curing it once it becomes intolerable.  In all aspects of your life, from using sunscreen to wearing a seatbelt, prevention should be at the forefront of all potential medical concerns.  At Pennington Dental, we believe this is especially applicable when it comes to dentistry.

As Pennington Dental we have treated many patients who have suffered from the negative consequences of non- routine preventative dentistry.  From root canals to dental implants, the number of procedures that could have been avoided by regular check-ups make up a large portion of our patient base.  Remember, 99% of dental disease is truly preventable.

Dental procedures that may be required are often costly and invasive, it is very important to begin incorporating a preventative dental care regimen as soon as possible, at at Pennington Dental we start at he very beginning with the children.  Luckily, doing this is actually really simple and involves good all round home care, regular check-ups  with your dentist and visits to the dental hygienist to clean your teeth and check and maintain your home care techniques.

  Visits to the dentists are also the perfect opportunity to raise issues with your dentist about any aspect of your oral health that is troubling you.  The hygienists are also able to pass on their extensive knowledge concerning preventative dental.

Preventative dentistry doesn’t begin and end at the dental practice; it can and should be practiced at home as well.  Brushing twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste and some form of interdental cleaning once a day and avoiding sugary food and beverages is a sure fire way to avoid dental problems.

Our goal here at Pennington Dental is to make sure each and every one of our patients receive the preventative care they need in order to maintain a great quality of life by maintaing their teeth intact for life. 

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