Benefits of General Dentistry
When you hear the word “general”, you probably think of something, well…general. However, at Lansdowne Dental Care in Lansdowne, VA, we encourage patients to begin thinking of general dentistry as something that goes beyond the basic or common. In fact, we want all patients to recognize the benefits of general dentistry for what they are, which is as the ultimate form of preventative dentistry.
After all, as your preferred dentist in Lansdowne, we are going to provide you with the various forms of general dentistry that reduce or even eliminate your risks for issues like tooth decay, gum disease, oral cancer or the development of more severe dental and oral health issues. A twice annual visit with our general dentist is going to include:
- A dental exam
- A full dental cleaning
- An oral health screening
- And it may include additional treatments such as x-rays, fillings, and more
While that list does, indeed, seem general, just look past the commonplace treatments to really uncover the remarkable benefits of general dentistry. For example, a twice annual dental exam is going to detect tooth decay or gum disease before it can really take hold. This allows it to be treated and eliminated immediately. Had you skipped the visit, the issue could have become more expansive or worsened rapidly. Not only would this increase the cost of treating the condition, but you would have been at risk for pain and discomfort.
The elimination of costlier treatments is one of the top benefits of general dentistry, but there is also the issue of your optimal oral health. Though we offer remedies for issues like decay (which can include fillings, root canals, and other treatments) each of them means putting you and your teeth through a bit of trauma or difficulty. We are always much better if we can avoid the challenges of healing from some sort of treatment.
This is why one of the greatest benefits of general dentistry is that it helps you to consistently avoid the kinds of painful, uncomfortable or ongoing treatments that can slowly erode your optimal oral health.
Getting a jump start on any serious matters like oral cancer, gum disease, teeth grinding or jaw conditions is also important and another of the many benefits to enjoy with general dentistry.
Contact Our General Dentist Today to Schedule Your Next Dental Exam
Do you want to book a visit? Just give us a call at our Lansdowne, VA office at (703) 723-7810. You can also use our online contact form and one of our staff will get back to you promptly.