Preventative Care
Dental Cleaning and Checkup
We recommend that you have a routine dental checkup and teeth cleaning twice per year. Additional appointments may be needed if periodontal disease is present.
During your checkup, we will evaluate your dental needs with screenings, digital x-rays, and a visual exam. We will them customize a treatment plan that works with both your schedule and your finances.
Your dental cleaning will be performed by one of our licensed professional dental hygienists. They will remove bacteria, which if not removed, can ultimately cause gum disease, as well as stains from your teeth. After your cleaning, a fluoride treatment may also be applied. We are confident that you will find our dental hygienist to be very caring and sensitive to your oral health needs.
Night Guards
Constant pressure and motion on your teeth can cause any of the following – Tooth wear, damage, ear arches, headaches, and sore muscles in the face and jaw. These problems can be caused by bruxism. Bruxism is the grinding and clenching of the teeth. It may be done while you are awake, or more commonly when you are asleep. At Ohio Valley Dental we can make you a custom plastic appliance that fits comfortably over your teeth. This minimizes the clenching and grinding preventing tooth wear, damage, and helps to relieve the pressure from the ears and relax sore muscles.
The procedure to make the custom night guard is quite easy for the patient. An impression of the teeth and a bite registration is taken. Following this, you will receive your custom appliance in one week.
Sport Guards
Sport guards are customized guards that fit over your teeth to prevent tooth damage from any sport involving contact with objects, hard surfaces, or another person. These are superior to the ill-fitting mouthguards purcahsed over the counter which provide limited protection and can cause discomfort leading to noncompliance when it’s time to wear them.
Sealants
Sealants are a quick and painless procedure consisting of a plastic filling material being painted into the grooves of the teeth. This “seals” the grooves preventing food and bacteria from collecting in the grooves which leads to tooth decay. This provides extra protection for patients who are prone to tooth decay.
Second Opinion
We are happy to offer a complementary second opinion to any dental treatment plan. Please call our office to schedule an appointment for a free consultation.
Call The Office
(740) 695-5535
Office Location
68377 Stewart Dr., St. Clairsville, OH 43950
Email Us
adriennert@yahoo.com