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DENTAL

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All Nations Health Center is committed to providing high quality, compassionate and culturally-sensitive dental care to our native people and surrounding community. We provide comprehensive dental care for children and adults of all ages including exams, X-rays, cleanings, sealants, fluoride therapy, varnish applications, restorative fillings, extractions, and referrals for partial and complete dentures.

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Cavities, the most common chronic disease in childhood in the United States, can lead to pain, infections, and impact daily activities. Over half of children and adolescents experience cavities, with a higher prevalence in low-income families. Fortunately, cavities are preventable through measures like fluoride varnish, fluoridated water, and dental sealants, offering effective preventive strategies.

- Dr. Elif Pryor

WHY YOU SHOULD SEE YOUR DENTIST

  • It may not hurt, and you may not even know you have it until it becomes a big problem. Gum disease is a main cause of tooth loss.
  • See your dentist if you notice any changes in your mouth, such as gums that are red, swollen, tender or that bleed when you brush or floss. Your dentist can tell you if you have gum disease. He or she can also help you get your gums healthy again.
  • You may be missing a few areas when you brush and floss at home.
  • At your dental visit, a dentist or hygienist will clean your teeth to remove surface stains and any tartar buildup. He or she will also give you tips for cleaning your teeth and tongue at home.
  • Professional dental cleanings also help prevent gum disease.
  • Mouth and throat cancer are deadly diseases. Almost 4 in 10 patients diagnosed with these cancers will die within five years.
  • Your dentist checks your mouth and neck for signs of cancer every time you visit. Cancers that are found early can lead to better outcomes.
  • Your dentist will check for tooth decay and treat it if needed.
  • Untreated tooth decay can lead to pain, loss of confidence and tooth loss.
  • Diseases that affect the entire body (such as diabetes) may first be noticed because of the mouth sores, gum disease or other oral problems. Your dentist is trained to notice these symptoms.
  • Your dentist will keep your general health in mind when planning your oral treatment. He or she may refer you to a physician if needed.

 

Even patients with dentures need an oral health checkup. Plus, over time, dentures can become loose because of changes in your gums and bones. Your dentist will make sure your gums are healthy, look for signs of cancer and check your dentures for proper fit.

-Via ADA, American Dental Association

At every exam, your dentist checks your mouth and neck for signs of disease. Your oral health is an important part of your overall health, so visit your dentist regularly.