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Preventive Dentistry in Itasca Helps Reduce Dental Problems Achieving A Healthy Smile With General Dentistry – Part II

Published by Brian Homann DDS

Simply put, preventive dentistry is the practice of maintaining your oral health in order to keep your teeth and gums healthy. By practicing preventive dentistry, you can likely avoid cavities, gum disease, enamel loss, periodontitis, and more.

In order to maintain optimal oral health, the American Dental Association (ADA) recommends visits to the dentist at regular intervals determined by your dentist – usually every six months. These visits, accompanied by preventive dental treatments, ensure your teeth and gums remain healthy and strong.

Preventive Dentistry Treatments

Dr. Brian Homann, DDS takes your dental health, and preventative dentistry seriously. Each semi-annual visit will include a professional dental cleaning, as well as a visual examination to ensure no problems are developing with your teeth or anywhere inside your mouth. You will also have an oral cancer screening to determine if there are any changes since your previous visit. Oral cancer is very treatable when caught early, making these screenings vital to your overall health.

X-rays will also be performed regularly to help identify cavities in their early stages so they can be treated using simple fillings rather than resorting to more extensive treatment options.

Preventive Dentistry Treatments

Our goal is to prevent serious dental deterioration and other dental issues from occurring, and we understand the best way to accomplish this is to take meticulous care of your mouth. Some of the preventative dental treatments we provide include:

  • Fluoride treatments

  • Routine dental cleanings and comprehensive exams

  • Oral cancer and gum disease screenings

  • Dental X-rays

  • Detailed instructions about good oral hygiene at home

  • Techniques and recommended dental products

  • Tips for maintaining a healthy, balanced diet

Not many people recognize the role eating a balanced diet plays in protecting your teeth. Healthy eating provides the necessary nutrients teeth need to remain strong and free from plaque. By limiting sugar intake and simple carbohydrates such as white bread, while drinking plenty of water throughout the day, you’ll be helping to maintain your healthy smile.

Benefits of Preventive Dentistry

You’re doing more than protecting your teeth and gums by practicing good dental hygiene and seeing your dentist in Itasca for preventive dental care. Your oral health is part of your overall health and often plays a role in other systemic diseases including cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and respiratory disease.

While preventive dentistry may not completely eliminate your need for future dental procedures like fillings, root canals, or dental implants, it will likely reduce your risk of additional visits to the dental office.

Book an Appointment With Dr. Brian Homann, DDS

Give our office a call at 847-439-9440 or request an appointment online to learn more about how we can help protect your smile through preventive dentistry. Our friendly, knowledgeable dental team looks forward to helping you maintain your best oral health.

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Most caring dental staff I’ve ever encountered. Every experience has been extremely professional, from just calling to ask a question to cleanings for my whole family and beyond.

Dr. Homann goes out of his way to make sure you understand each step of the process and are comfortable the whole way. Each member of their team genuinely cares about their patients, and knowing I will have the best care every time I walk in the door makes going to the dentist a whole lot easier. Thank you to all the kind and wonderful staff, you make all the difference.

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Dr. Homan is the best dentist I've ever been to. Most of my co-workers go to Dr. Homan and that's how I heard about him.

I needed a lot of work on my teeth and I'm so glad I found such a great dentist. He explains everything to you and also is very upfront on all posibiltys that's can happen to the tooth he works on and also explains what you can expect after the dental work. He's also very friendly and everyone at the office makes you feel comfortable. Karen and Sandra in the front office are wonderful as well. They also have wonderful dental hygienist. My insurance is not in network with Dr. Homan but it's well worth the extra money to still go to the best!

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Elk Grove Village, IL

Dr. Homann's practice is very clean and up to date. His practice also has televisions to watch when you are getting your teeth cleaned or any other work done which is awesome!

The chairs are very comfortable and the staff is very polite. Dr. Homann is also a very knowledgeable dentist with the ability to make every patient feel calm and comfortable no matter what the situation. He also has done volunteer work for the homeless donating his time and resources to help the less fortunate, if that doesn't let you know what kind of practice this is I don't know what will. I will definitely be coming back here again!

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