What is general dentistry?
General dental care comprises several dental procedures that diagnose, prevent, and treat dental issues in patients of all ages. From children to seniors and anyone in between, general dentistry ensures everyone in your family enjoys their healthiest smile.
Here are the general dental care services you can enjoy in our office.
- Dental check-ups: We recommend bi-annual dental appointments for many patients. This allows us to detect and treat minor issues before they become costly and painful.
- Dental cleanings: Scale and polish appointments are essential to remove plaque and tartar (calcified plaque) from hard-to-reach areas in the mouth.
- Diagnostic X-rays: Dental X-rays are a valuable tool in modern dentistry, allowing us to uncover dental issues not visible to the naked eye. Dental X-rays help us detect interdental decay, cysts, tumors, impacted teeth, and other hidden problems.
- Periodontal care: Oral health isn’t just about your teeth—your gums matter, too. Periodontal care prevents, diagnoses, and treats gum disease to maintain optimal oral health.
- Root canals: Treat infected or damaged teeth with gentle root canal therapy. Root canals can save your tooth from extraction and protect your smile from widespread infections.
- Dental extractions: Although no one likes them, dental extractions are the best treatment for overcrowded, impacted, or severely damaged teeth. Our dental extractions are gentle and safe thanks to precision techniques and powerful anesthetics.
Rigby Dental provides dental care to your entire family. We welcome patients of all ages and dental backgrounds. Whether it’s your infant’s first dental visit or restorative work for dad or mom, we offer comprehensive family and general dentistry.
