General Dentistry: Comprehensive Dental Services for Your Whole Family
by Avila Dental
As we all work to maintain optimal health for ourselves and our families, you might be curious how general dentistry services fit into the equation.
Oral health is closely linked to overall health, and general dentistry services provide the prevention and treatment to help you and your family stay healthy.
From routine checkups and cleanings to more complex restorative treatments, our dental practice offers a wide range of services to help you achieve and maintain optimal oral health.
Whether you are experiencing tooth pain, need a filling or extraction, or simply want to improve the appearance of your smile, our expert team of dental professionals is here to help.
In this article, we will dive into general dentistry, exploring the various services included and their benefits.
By the end, you will better understand the importance of general dentistry for your overall health and well-being.
So, let’s get started!
What is general dentistry?
General dentistry is responsible for taking care of your overall oral health. The primary dental care provider typically handles various dental services, from routine checkups and cleanings to more complex restorative treatments.
Their role is to examine your teeth and gums for signs of decay, disease, or other issues and provide necessary treatments to ensure your oral health is at its best.
This includes filling cavities, performing extractions, providing root canal therapy, and placing dental prosthetics such as crowns, bridges, and implants.
Overall, the role of a general dentist is to provide comprehensive dental care and ensure that your oral health is in the best possible condition.
By scheduling regular checkups and working with your dentist to develop a personalized treatment plan, you can help prevent dental issues and maintain a healthy, beautiful smile for years.
What do general dentists do?
Of an estimated 143,000 dentists practicing in North America, some 80 percent are general dentists.
General dentists provide a wide array of services that are vital to your continued health, including:
Preventive services
These services help you maintain good oral health by stopping disease before it takes hold. Regular exams and professional teeth cleanings are a cornerstone of prevention.
Your general dentist may give detailed instructions to improve oral hygiene and recommend preventive treatments such as sealants.
Restorative services
Oral health is a window into your overall well-being, and neglected oral hygiene could result in a variety of critical health issues.
The good news is that general dentists can detect and remedy these problems and refer you to specialists when necessary.
They can even help with obstructive sleep apnea, provide nutritional guidance, counsel you on quitting tobacco, and offer general health advice.
Cosmetic procedures
Many general dentists can help you get the sparkling smile you’ve always wanted with various cosmetic procedures. These include teeth whitening, cosmetic bonding—even porcelain veneers. If a brighter smile is what you’re looking for, ask your general dentist about a smile makeover.
Overall health concerns
Oral health reflects overall health. Dental problems may indicate issues in other body parts, like cardiovascular disease or complications during pregnancy.
General dentists identify and treat these issues, provide nutritional counseling and advise on tobacco cessation. They also treat obstructive sleep apnea with oral appliances.
Some of the key services of general dentistry
Dental examinations
Routine dental exams are essential for maintaining healthy teeth and gums. During an exam, your dentist will thoroughly examine your teeth and gums for signs of decay, gum disease, or other oral health issues.
Cleanings
Professional dental cleanings are an essential part of preventive dental care. During a cleaning, your dental hygienist will remove plaque and tartar buildup from your teeth, which can help prevent cavities and gum disease.
Fillings
Dental fillings are used to restore teeth damaged by decay or trauma. Fillings can be made of various materials, including composite resin, porcelain, or gold.
Extractions
Sometimes, a tooth may need to be removed if it is severely decayed or damaged. Our dental team can perform extractions safely and comfortably, using local anesthesia to ensure you feel no pain during the procedure.
Root canal treatments
If a tooth becomes infected or inflamed, a root canal treatment may be necessary to save the tooth. During a root canal, the infected or damaged pulp is removed from the tooth and filled with a special material to prevent further infection.
In addition to these services, our dental practice offers a range of other general dentistry services, including gum disease treatment, oral cancer screenings, and dental X-rays.
We provide personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs to ensure the best possible outcome for every patient.
Last word
General dentistry is essential to maintaining good oral health for the whole family.
Regular dental checkups and cleanings can help prevent a wide range of dental issues, while restorative treatments like fillings and root canals can help repair damage and restore the function of your teeth.
If you’re looking for a trusted and experienced dental team to provide caring dental services, don’t hesitate to contact Dr. Bello and the team here at Avila Dental today.
Or contact us by:
- Phone: 206-420-3836
- Email: welcome@aviladental.com
Our office is in Seattle, WA, and serves surrounding communities, including Northgate, North Seattle, Pinehurst, Maple Leaf, and Victory Heights.
