Acton Dental Associates

The Power of Prevention

Dental Cleanings and Examinations

It is important that we see you at least twice a year for a routine cleaning (prophylaxis) and examination. During the cleaning, our skilled dental hygienists will remove any plaque and tartar, and polish your teeth. We will also complete a thorough oral exam, which includes a search for signs of periodontal disease (also known as gum disease), cavities, oral cancer, cracked fillings, and other problems. Catching these conditions early is important in the success of treatment. Back to Services.



	The Power of Prevention Dental Cleanings and Examinations It is important that we see you at least twice a year for a routine cleaning (prophylaxis) and examination. During the cleaning, our skilled dental hygienists will remove any plaque and tartar, and polish your teeth. We will also complete a thorough oral exam, which includes a search for signs of periodontal disease (also known as gum disease), cavities, oral cancer, cracked fillings, and other problems. Catching these conditions early is important in the success of treatment. Back to Services.
	Periodontal non-surgical treatment When you suffer from periodontal disease, it is notuncommon to have plaque, tartar and bacterial toxins below the gumline and in the pockets between your teeth and gums—where your toothbrush cannot reach. In order to restore your mouth to health, we may recommend scaling and root planing. Scaling eliminates the plaque and tartar from the top of your tooth all the way down to the bottom of the pocket. Planing smoothes the root of your tooth so that your gums can heal and reattach to your teeth. With scaling and root planing, we can be sure we have removed all of the destructive material, returning your mouth to health and often completely avoiding the need for periodontal surgery. Back to Services.
	Sealants We may recommend applying sealants—an invisible plastic coating—to the biting surfaces of your children's back teeth. Those back teeth often have tiny grooves that a toothbrush cannot properly clean. Sealants are an effective barrier to the buildup of destructive plaque and bacteria that thrive in those grooves. After sealants have been applied, their teeth will have a smooth chewing surface that prevents plaque buildup, decay and fillings. Back to Services.
	Sports Guards You make sure your children wear helmets, kneepads and other protective equipment during sporting activities—make sure their teeth are safe too with a custom designed mouth guard. We will create the mouth guard to meet your specific needs—whether your son or daughter enjoys soccer, volleyball, baseball, softball, rollerblading, skateboarding, martial arts, boxing, hockey, kickboxing or mountain biking. And because the guard is designed specifically for your child’s mouth, it will fit perfectly and will not interfere with mouth breathing or speaking. We can also attach a helmet strap to the sports guard. Back to Services.
	Anti-Snoring Appliances If you and your family are affected by your snoring, we can help. We can design a custom-fit snoring prevention device for you that is flexible, thin and very comfortable. And best of all, it successfully prevents disruptive and unhealthy snoring by keeping your airway open while you sleep. Let us help you and your family get a good night’s sleep. Back to Services.