Preventative Care

Welcome to Park West Dental, where we prioritize your dental health and overall satisfaction! Want to maintain a healthy, beautiful smile for years to come? We provide quality preventative dentistry in Houston, TX, that helps you take the necessary measures to protect your teeth and gums from problems down the road. Dr. David Sun and his dental team are highly experienced in preventive care and will guide you in avoiding tooth decay, gum disease, and other issues that can arise over time.

Don’t wait until it’s too late – let us help keep your mouth healthy with regular checkups. With our expert advice backed by research-based evidence, we can work together to create a plan just for you so that you can have radiant smiles for life!

What To Expect at a Dental Exam

Preventive dentistry is caring for one’s teeth to keep them healthy. This helps to avoid cavities, gum disease, enamel wear, and more. There are many forms of preventive dentistry, such as daily brushing and annual dental cleanings.

Our dental team will first check your teeth and gums and talk to you about any treatment you need. The main aim is to help you get your mouth healthy. In a healthy mouth, it is unlikely that decay or gum disease will continue to be a problem.

The dental team will thoroughly remove all plaque and tartar from your teeth. This is often called a ‘scale and polish’.
The dental team will show you the best ways to brush and clean in between your teeth using interdental brushes or floss to remove the bacterial ‘plaque’ that constantly forms on your teeth. When you eat or drink something sugary, the bacteria in the plaque turn the sugar into acid, which may cause tooth decay. Plaque can also cause gum inflammation (swelling and soreness) if not regularly and thoroughly removed. The hard tartar (or ‘calculus’) builds up on the teeth and starts as plaque.
We can recommend some oral care products for you to use.
We can provide nutritional recommendations that can improve oral health.

Our Preventative Dentistry Services

We offer all the preventative services your teeth and gums need to maintain excellent health. For example, we provide the following and much more!

Dental Sealants

We provide sealants in Houston, Texas. They are thin coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of teeth to prevent decay and protect against harmful bacteria hiding in the pits and grooves. The process is simple and painless, where a special gel is applied to the teeth and hardened with a curing light. Dental sealants are an excellent investment, as they can potentially save patients from costly dental procedures down the line. We provide our patients with the best dental care possible, and dental sealants are just one example of our dedication to preventative care.

Fluoride Treatments

We also offer fluoride treatments to help prevent cavities and tooth decay. Fluoride is a mineral that naturally occurs in water and food, but it can also be applied directly to your teeth to strengthen the enamel. During a fluoride treatment, a gel or foam is applied to your teeth for a few minutes and then rinsed off. It’s a quick and easy process that can make a big difference in dental health. If you want to keep your teeth healthy and strong, consider scheduling a fluoride treatment.

Preventative Dentistry in Houston, TX

Our services extend far beyond traditional preventative care, including everything from specialized dentistry for children to cosmetic procedures. With a team of highly skilled professionals and state-of-the-art technology, we are committed to providing you with the best dental care possible. Visiting the dentist may be uncomfortable for some, so we try to create a welcoming and friendly environment for all our patients. Please schedule your appointment today and experience our exceptional care.