At Desert Dental Spa, we partner with our patients to support their healthiest smiles. With our state-of-the-art preventive care in Palm Desert, CA, our dentists and team work to preserve our patients' natural smiles by emphasizing early detection and preventing the onset, progress, and recurrence of oral health conditions.
When you visit our dental office in Palm Desert, your dentist and dental hygienist will use state-of-the-art technologies, advanced techniques, and a gentle, customized approach to promote, restore, and maintain your oral health. In addition to proper oral hygiene at home, quality prevention also includes regular dental exams, cleanings, and x-rays. Sealants and fluoride are also great preventive treatments that help protect your smile between visits!
Our top preventive dental services in Palm Desert, CA include:
Dental Exams and Cleanings
A comprehensive dental exam will be performed by your dentist at your initial dental visit. At regular check-up exams, your dentist and hygienist will provide you with a comprehensive exam, x-rays, oral cancer screening, a gum evaluation and a complete explanation of our findings. We'll assess your smile for tooth decay and check your existing dental restorations for signs of wear and damage.
Professional dental cleanings (dental prophylaxis) are usually performed by our dental hygienists and will typically include the thorough removal of calculus, tartar and plaque. Plaque is a sticky, almost invisible film that forms on the teeth, contributing to gum disease and inflammation.
Our team will complete your dental exam by polishing the teeth to remove plaque and staining, revealing a bright, fresh finish!
Strengthening Mineral Treatment
Mineral treatment with fluoride is an effective agent in protecting the enamel from tooth decay and strengthening the tooth enamel. Dentists and dental hygienists generally recommend that children have a professional application of fluoride twice a year during your dental check-ups.
Dental Sealants
A sealant is a thin, plastic coating applied to the chewing surface of molars, premolars and any deep grooves (called pits and fissures) of teeth, where the majority of dental decay begins. Dental sealants protect the tooth by sealing deep grooves, creating a smooth, easy to clean surface.
Sealants can protect teeth from decay for many years, but need to be checked for wear and chipping at regular dental visits. Sealants are easily applied by your dentist or dental hygienist and the process takes only a couple of minutes per tooth.
The teeth to be sealed are thoroughly cleaned and then surrounded with cotton to keep the area dry. A special solution is applied to the enamel surface to help the sealant bond to the teeth. The teeth are then rinsed and dried. Sealant material is carefully painted onto the enamel surface to cover the deep grooves or depressions. Depending on the type of sealant used, the material will either harden automatically or with a special curing light. Proper home care, a balanced diet, and regular dental visits will help preserve your sealants!
Oral Cancer Screenings
Oral cancer can easily be diagnosed with an annual oral cancer exam, and effectively treated when caught in its earliest stages. At your preventive appointment, your dentist can perform an oral cancer exam to assess for any noticeable abnormalities in the tongue, gums, mouth or surrounding area. Your dentist and dental hygienist will be scrutinizing the maxillofacial and oral regions carefully for signs of pathologic changes in a painless visual exam. If your dental team notes any abnormalities, they will recommend an appropriate treatment plan or biopsy to clinically evaluate the condition.
Sleep Apnea
If you suspect you may have sleep apnea, our team can help! Your sleep apnea treatment plan may include lifestyle modifications and custom-crafted dental devices that help prevent the tongue from blocking the main air passage. These dental devices are gentle, easy to wear, and often help patients avoid unwanted surgeries. Before determining the ideal sleep apnea treatment for you, our dentist will provide you with a sleep apnea assessment to ensure your recommended treatment plan best meets your needs!
Schedule Your Comprehensive Preventive Care in Palm Desert
Desert Dental Spa offers complete, convenient preventive dentistry for patients in Palm Desert and beyond! Our team emphasizes patient comfort to ease anxiety and ensure every experience is as comfortable as possible. To take care of your smile without stress, contact us today to schedule your next dentist appointment!
