Preventive Dentistry Austin
Healthy Smiles Start Here
Our goal isn’t to provide the most extensive dentistry to our patients in Austin – although we can do that. Rather, we aim to help all our patients keep their oral health on the right track throughout their lives, minimizing their need for more complex care by preventing common oral health concerns from arising. One of the ways we do this is by offering comprehensive preventive dentistry services, ranging from routine dental checkups, cleanings, and deep cleanings to treatment for TMJ pain. Call our office today to schedule an appointment.
Why Choose Highland West Dental Care for Preventive Dentistry?
- One-on-One Time with Your Dentist, Dr. Pevzner
- Same-Day Emergency Appointments – No Waiting!
- Small, Friendly & Knowledgeable Dental Team
Dental Checkups & Cleanings
The American Dental Association, as well as Dr. Pevzner and our team, recommends scheduling professional dental checkups and teeth cleanings every six months with your dentist in Austin. We’ll thoroughly examine your teeth and gums, conduct an oral cancer screening, and create treatment plans to address any lingering oral health problems. Finally, our skilled dental hygienist will clear away all plaque and tartar from the surface of your teeth to prevent common concerns like cavities from arising.
Scaling & Root Planing
During your routine checkup, Dr. Pevzner and our hygienist will conduct a thorough screening for gum disease. This is one of the most common oral health problems in the world, estimated to impact one out of every two people in the country. If we spot signs of more advanced periodontal disease, our team may recommend a deep cleaning, also known as scaling and root planing, to control and reverse the oral infection.
Nightguards for Bruxism
If you wake up with a sore jaw or experience dull and thumping headaches throughout the day for seemingly no reason, you may be clenching and/or grinding your teeth at night. This condition, also called bruxism, can wear down your teeth, cause dental damage like cracks in the teeth, and lead to secondary issues like TMJ disorder. With a customized nightguard, we can help protect not only your teeth, but also your jaw joints and muscles as you sleep.
TMJ Treatment
TMJ disorder is a condition that affects the comfort and function of the temporomandibular joints (the jaw joints) and their surrounding muscles. When these joints are strained or experiencing more pressure due to bite misalignment, past injuries, or other underlying conditions, it can lead to lockjaw, tension headaches, and more. Our team offers occlusal splints and occlusal adjustments to help relieve pressure from your jaw joints and improve their function.