Preventive Dentistry
Portland, OR
Preventive Dentistry provided by Dr. Sheryl Weissman
in Portland, OR at Weissman Dental
Prevention is the key to a healthy and beautiful smile. At Weissman Dental, we take exceptional care of your oral health. Below are some of the preventive dental services that our practice provides for the whole family.
Cleanings, Exams, and Oral Cancer Screening
Professional cleanings performed by a hygienist or dental assistant are as important to your dental health as daily brushing and flossing. Twice yearly dental check-ups and cleanings help catch problems when they are small and easier to treat. Left unattended, small treatable problems become worse and may require more extensive, expensive procedures to repair.
During your dental visit, Dr. Weissman can talk to you about your health history and examine you for signs of mouth and/or throat cancer. Regular visits to Weissman Dental can improve the chances that any suspicious changes in your oral health will be caught early, at a time when cancer can be treated more easily.
Dentistry For Kids
Kid's teeth need dental care, just like grown-up teeth. Regular exams by Dr. Weissman can help to identify any abnormalities in your child's oral development, and can minimize the impact of decay on your child's health by catching cavities early. Coming in for professional cleanings are not just about helping your child have shiny clean teeth, they are also very important in educating your child on proper brushing and flossing techniques.
Periodontal Care
One of the best ways to keep your gums from bleeding when you come in for a cleaning is to floss regularly. Brushing your teeth before or after flossing is less important than whether you floss or not.
Mouthguards
When it comes to protecting your mouth, a mouthguard is an essential piece of athletic gear that should be part of your standard equipment from an early age. While collision and contact sports, such as boxing, are higher-risk sports for the mouth, you can experience a dental injury in non-contact activities too, such as gymnastics and skating.
Bruxism (teeth grinding) can cause moderate to severe long-term damage to teeth. Constant grinding wears down the surface of the tooth, exposing the soft dentin beneath the enamel.
Snoring and Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a condition that affects how you breathe when sleeping. During sleep, normal breathing can be interrupted for 10 seconds or more hundreds of times during a single night.
TMJ
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ), allows us to move our joint forwards, backward, and side-to-side. Any problems that prevent us from using this joint properly are known as TMD or temporomandibular joint disorders. We provide some treatments designed to alleviate any pain or discomfort associated with the TMJ.
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