Prophylactic dentistry

Prophylaxis is the least complicated and least expensive treatment method. It prevents dental disorders and periodontitis, thus preventing the development of complications. Therefore, dental prophylaxis serves 2 purposes:

1. to prevent the appearance of tooth decay and of periodontitis;
2. to prevent the development of tooth decay and of periodontitis.

Periodic control can be an efficient prophylactic measure and it can include:

• Oral hygiene is the most important prophylactic method and its purpose is to eliminate plaque. It is not performed in the dentist’s practice, but you can be guided and advised on oral hygiene, e.g. on the prophylaxis of the food factor by decreasing the intake of sugars!
• Professional tooth brushing is performed in-office and its purpose is to professionally remove plaque by using mechanical instruments and an abrasive paste.
• Tooth scaling is the removal of dental plaque by using ultrasound instruments.
• The identification and the treatment of incipient caries prevent the evolution of cavities and the development of complications.

Dental prophylaxis services include:

• Oral hygiene advice;
• Plaque control;
• Sealing of pits and fissures;
• Ultrasound tooth scaling and professional brushing;
• Fluoride therapy trays.