Our Approach to
General Dentistry
As long as your teeth look normal and you aren't experiencing pain, you might not give your teeth a second thought. At Herriman Hills Dental we feel that the best offense is a good defense, and thorough dental care is about more than simply solving problems as they occur. If you are interested in taking a more proactive approach, focus on preventive dentistry in addition to traditional restorative dentistry. Here are a few huge benefits you might enjoy if you make preventive dentistry a priority:
Prevent Pain and Discomfort: If you have ever had a cavity, then you might be familiar with that obvious sting. Whenever you eat anything, your tooth might throb—making it hard to function normally. However, if you focus on avoiding cavities altogether, you might be able to stay comfortable.
Save Money: If tooth decay is allowed to spread through your mouth, it can cause expensive repairs. However, if you tackle those cavities, tooth fractures, and exposed roots early, you might be able to save money in the long run.
Keep Your Teeth Looking Lovely: Nobody wants a dingy, dilapidated smile, which is why proper oral care is so important. In addition to filling cavities and checking your overall oral health, your dentist can also help you to keep your teeth pretty by whitening surfaces and repairing cosmetic defects.
Contact Herriman Hills Dental and schedule a dental checkup to examine your oral health and prevent any dental issues.
Dental hygiene
Proper dental hygiene includes fluoride treatments, gum care, digital X-rays, flossing and teeth cleaning. Recent studies have linked oral hygiene to overall heart health--meaning, maintaining healthy teeth and gums helps in reducing the risk of heart disease.
Fillings
Fillings are most commonly used in order to prevent further damage to a tooth when decay is present. By removing the bacteria and closing off the affected area, no further tooth decay can occur.
Root canal
Root canal treatment should be carried out as soon as possible. If an infected tooth is left untreated for too long, pain can increase dramatically and lead to an abscess around the infected tooth.
