As we get older, we become more susceptible to
gum disease and tooth decay. Recent research has indicated a possible link
between the health of our gums and heart disease.
Prevention is the guiding principle of all
modern dental care. With regular maintenance visits to our hygienist
plus appropriate home care you can prevent most dental disease. We at
Wedmore Dental Practice are very keen on helping you take positive steps to
avoid tooth decay and gum disease, rather than waiting for
problems to occur.
Through modern preventative care, such as a
simple scale and polish it is possible to sometimes reverse the early
effects of tooth decay. Regular examinations will allow any
problems in your mouth to be identified at the earliest stage possible. Many
dental problems now can be treated preventatively and without the need for
injections or fillings if caught early enough.
We believe that you are never too young (or too
old) to benefit from excellent dental care. We also offer preventative care
to children too. This might be in the form of oral health advice from one of
our qualified team members or by a very simple treatment known as
fissure sealants, which protects the teeth from decay.