Preventive Dental Care

Preventive dental care is all about being proactive to lower the risk of dental disease, avoiding the need for complex treatments down the road. The following are some of the preventive dentistry services we offer right here at our Walnut Creek practice:

Digital Dental X-Rays: Digital dental x-rays help uncover hidden dental problems, including early decay, tooth infection, abscesses, gum disease, poor tooth root positions, and so much more. That helps ensure accurate diagnoses and treatment planning, promoting long-term healthy teeth and beautiful smiles.

Dental Exams: Regular, twice-yearly dental exams are integral to good oral health. They allow us to evaluate your child's teeth, gums, bite, and oral development to rule out any concerns. That helps ensure we address any issues as they develop, preventing them from progressing and becoming serious problems down the road. 

Dental Cleanings: During routine dental cleanings, we remove plaque and tartar from the tooth surfaces and gum line. That helps prevent tooth decay, gum disease, bad breath, and other oral health concerns. At Creekside Kids Dentistry, we use an ultrasonic scaler to blast away the most stubborn plaque and tartar buildup while ensuring our young patients enjoy the most comfortable care.

Topical Fluoride Treatments: Known as "nature's cavity-fighter," fluoride is another cornerstone of preventive care, providing an invaluable tool in the never-ending battle against tooth decay. The powerful mineral strengthens the tooth enamel, making it more resistant to cavities. It also remineralizes the teeth, reversing early tooth decay.

Curodont Repair Fluoride Plus: We are excited to introduce Curodont Repair Fluoride Plus, an early cavities intervention treatment without drilling, staining, or trauma. The non-invasive, 5-minute procedure helps naturally rebuild and repair the tooth enamel at the first sign of breakdown. Unlike fluoride treatments that only promote remineralization on the tooth surface, Curodont uses a proprietary peptide to repair teeth naturally. Calcium, phosphate, and other minerals in the saliva rebuild the tooth to the depth of the decayed lesion, stopping early tooth decay in its tracks.

Dental Sealants: Dental sealants are thin coatings that protect the chewing surfaces of your child's premolars and molars, smoothing out any grooves and crevices and shielding against cavity-causing bacteria and acids. Dental sealants have been shown to significantly lower the risk of tooth decay and cavities.

Patient Education: Our team at Creekside Kids Dentistry emphasizes patient education. We take time to discuss proper brushing and flossing techniques, the importance of a balanced diet, and healthy choices for long-term healthy smiles. We aim to empower our young patients to take an active role in caring for their oral health.