General dentistry covers a wide range of procedures and services, all with the same common goals: to assist a patient in preserving their original teeth for a long time, ensuring their oral health, and keeping them feeling and looking great throughout their lives.
Oral health is a critical constituent of general health. According to medical research, there are connections between common oral infections and severe general health conditions, such as cardiovascular disease. Therefore, it is crucial to maintain the health of your gums, teeth, and other oral tissues. Some of the general dentistry procedures we offer at Washington Dental include the following:
- Oral exams and cleanings to keep gums and teeth healthy and detect early symptoms of dental diseases
- Bridgework and crowns to replace missing teeth or lost tooth structure
- Extractions to take out unhealthy teeth that cannot be saved
- Dental implants; replacement teeth that last forever
- Dental fillings for restoring decayed teeth
- Oral cancer screening to detect oral cancer that can be treated if detected early
- Removable dentures to help patients smile again
- Sealants to assist in preventing cavities
- Root canal therapy to save diseased teeth
- Tooth decay prevention, so a patient keep their original teeth for the longest time possible
- TMD treatment to relieve pain in the jaw area that can interfere with chewing and biting
