FAQs

It is recommended that patients go to the dentist at least once every six months or twice a year for routine exams and cleanings. This ensures that gum disease, cavities, and other issues have not developed. While dentists do not make it mandatory for patients to come twice a year, this is the best way to maintain good oral health and prevent potential issues from forming.

Most dentists will suggest taking your child for their first visit once their first tooth comes in. Your child may not need any dental treatment at first, but this is a good way for the dentist to understand the state of their oral health and make any necessary recommendations.

This also helps your child develop a positive relationship with the dentist as early as possible, which is important for good oral health.

The main things to remember to keep teeth healthy are to brush and floss daily, particularly in between meals, avoid sugary foods and drinks, and visit your dentist at least twice a year for routine exams and checkups. Developing these habits early will help protect your teeth and ensure they last for years. You'll also be able to catch any potential issues early.

Certain foods are excellent for teeth: any foods high in calcium are great for helping to protect teeth, while foods rich in vitamins are generally considered great for oral health. Additionally, it is a good idea to choose fruits and vegetables over candies and other snacks that can leave film and residue on teeth, as this is what helps to develop cavities and can lead to gum disease.

Unfortunately, it is not possible to fix a cavity at home. Going to the dentist is the only way to fix a filling, but it is possible to halt the damage from the cavity. Cleaning your teeth thoroughly and maintaining a strong oral health routine is the first step to keeping the cavity from getting worse until you can get to the dentist and get a filling.

Most dental treatments are covered by dental insurance. However, the exact coverage available and whether or not they will cover your specific procedure is up to the limit of your insurance policy. Some policies do not cover dental treatments that are purely cosmetic but will pay for preventative treatments like exams and cleanings or restorative treatments that fix issues with your existing teeth, such as root canals and other treatments.