Maintaining Your Teeth

We urge you to see us regularly (2-3 times/year). Our hygienists provide a more thorough cleaning with their special tools, training, and experience.

They also provide instructions and updates on the latest dental products to enable you to feel clean and fresh consistently. Our Patients have said that they have found their visits to our hygienists boost their motivation to maintain a clean mouth. This can help you keep your teeth your entire lifetime and avoid the discomfort and inconvenience of extensive dental restorations.

Brushing and flossing your teeth regularly continue to be your first line of defense against tooth decay and gum disease. Our patients usually come to brush and floss not because they are supposed to – but because they want to. They become naturally aware of the discomfort of dirty tooth surfaces and particles stuck between their teeth. So they brush and floss in order to enjoy a good, clean fresh feeling in their mouths.

During your regular 4-6 month visits, Drs. Goodall and Van de Vyver monitor your dental health. They inform you of specific symptoms of tooth decay, gingivitis, periodontal disease, and symptoms of general health problems visible in your mouth.