At Rigby Dental, we believe that the best way to maintain a healthy, beautiful smile is through preventative care.
Located in Sandy, UT, our clinic emphasizes the importance of routine dental visits and proper oral hygiene to prevent dental problems before they develop. Our team of dental professionals is committed to providing top-notch preventative care to ensure the long-term health of your teeth and gums.
The Importance Of Routine Care
Preventative dentistry is not just about avoiding cavities; it’s about maintaining the overall health of your mouth. Regular dental visits and good oral hygiene can help prevent the development of dental issues such as tooth decay, gum disease, and even more serious health problems like heart disease and diabetes. Routine care helps detect problems early when they are more manageable and less costly to treat.
Benefits of routine dental care include:
- Early detection of dental problems, which reduces the need for more extensive and expensive treatments.
- Prevention of tooth decay and gum disease.
- Maintenance of good oral and overall health.
- Keeping your natural teeth for a lifetime.
Cleanings & Exams
Regular Dental Cleanings
Dental cleanings play a critical role in preventative care by removing plaque and tartar that can lead to gum disease and decay. During a cleaning, our dental hygienists carefully clean the surfaces of the teeth and below the gum line, polish your teeth, and apply fluoride if necessary. This not only keeps your teeth and gums healthy, but also gives your smile a fresher, brighter appearance.
Comprehensive Dental Exams
Each visit to Rigby Dental includes a comprehensive dental exam. Our dentists use this time to check for signs of tooth decay, gum disease, and other oral health issues. We also examine your bite, jaw, and look for any abnormalities in the oral tissues that could indicate health issues beyond the gums and teeth.
Computerized Digital Radiography Services
When we take dental x-rays in Utah, we’re looking for problems in places we can’t see. We can’t see in between your teeth. We can’t see the bone underneath your teeth. Often, we can’t see if decay is occurring in between your teeth until that decay gets quite advanced. Dental x-rays allow us to see things before they become big problems. They let us detect—and treat—any dental issues much earlier.
We use digital x-rays for faster, safer, better, and smarter x-rays. This type of x-ray uses 90% less radiation, so you are safer. Images appear instantly and can be recalled instantly, magnified, colorized, and reverse contrasted which allows us to make a more precise diagnosis and provide better care. This high-tech diagnostic tool is one more example of how we are on the cutting edge of technology, providing you the finest treatment the science of dentistry has to offer.
Education On Proper Oral Hygiene
At Rigby Dental, we understand that education is just as important as treatment. During your visit, our team will provide personalized tips on improving your oral hygiene practices at home. This includes proper brushing and flossing techniques, the importance of a balanced diet, and advice on how to avoid oral health hazards like tobacco and excessive sugar consumption.
