Prevention is key to a healthy smile
Teeth can’t repair themselves, so the best way to keep them healthy is to look after them before problems begin. Regular check-ups, hygienist visits and practical advice on brushing and diet help protect your teeth and gums for the long term, and can save you from more involved treatment down the line.
How to maintain your smile
As teeth can’t self-repair, regular check-ups, and restorative treatment to address emerging problems are an important part of maintaining healthy teeth and gums.
âś“ The practice of addressing dental problems before they occur.
âś“ Gum maintenance with hygienist check-ups.
âś“ Dental maintenance with regular dentist check-ups.
âś“ Advice on diet and brushing technique.
âś“ Advice on how to reduce your risk of mouth cancer.
Building a better lifestyle
Preventive dentistry isn’t just about your habits with your brush and dental floss. We can also advice on some of the factors that might be presenting a more subtle risk to your teeth, including what you eat, your general health, and the type of medications you take.
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During your check-ups, we will ask you about:
âś“ Whether you are a smoker.
âś“ Your alcohol consumption.
âś“ How much water you drink.
âś“ Whether you have a history of heart disease or diabetes (these conditions are now strongly associated with gum disease).
âś“ Whether you have previously had mouth cancer.
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Once we have a full representation of your lifestyle, we can advise changes that will improve your oral health and help you maintain healthy soft tissues and teeth in the future. Your dentist can also give guidance on how to protect any restorations you have like implants, crowns, and veneers.
Why choose Kings Ave?
Since he started as a dentist, Dr Gary Cohen has always been focused on preventive dentistry. His philosophy is to ensure the treatment and advice he offers his patients reduces their need to come in for restorative dental treatments and non-elective treatments.
Dr Gary Cohen and his team have cared for the community for over 26 years. Together, they have a built a reputation for being a caring, kind, friendly and professional dental team.
