In a fluoride treatment, your dentist will paint a thin layer of fluoride-rich liquid onto your teeth, leave it in place for a few minutes, then rinse it away. This helps strengthen your teeth and prevents cavities.
Sealants are thin layers of transparent dental resin that are usually applied to the rear teeth. Your dentist will apply this resin in a liquid form, then harden it with a special light. This forms a strong barrier that prevents cavities for 5-10 years.
We offer periodontal care such as deep cleanings (scaling and root planing). With early intervention, periodontal (gum) disease can be halted or even reversed completely. And the sooner you get treatment, the better your outcome will be, so contact Elite Dental Wellness right away for an appointment.
Our Houston dentists perform an oral cancer screening as part of every appointment. They’ll look for lesions, discolored patches of tissue, and other signs that you may have oral cancer. This gives you peace of mind, and ensures you can get further treatment immediately if we notice a potential issue.
You should brush your teeth at least twice a day for two minutes, and you should use ADA-approved toothpaste that contains fluoride. You can use either a manual or electric toothbrush. Soft or medium bristles are the best, since really stiff bristles can damage your gums and enamel.
We recommend spending at least 30 seconds on each quadrant of your mouth. Hold your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle, and brush each tooth in short, tooth-length strokes. Brush the fronts, tops, and backs of each tooth. Along with brushing twice a day, you should also floss once per day to remove food particles and debris that can’t be removed with brushing alone.
When it comes to routine checkups, the answer is almost always “yes.” Just about every dental insurance plan covers two yearly teeth cleanings and oral exams, as well as one set of x-rays per year.
However, coverage for fluoride treatments, dental sealants, and periodontal care may differ. To understand what your insurance does or doesn’t cover, we recommend consulting with your policy documentation or contacting your insurer directly.
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