{"id":41,"date":"2014-10-10T14:04:23","date_gmt":"2014-10-10T14:04:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.drnaikdental.com\/blog\/?p=41"},"modified":"2016-05-19T15:46:47","modified_gmt":"2016-05-19T15:46:47","slug":"preventive-dentistry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drnaikdental.com\/blog\/preventive-dentistry\/","title":{"rendered":"Take Care of Your Smile with Preventive Dentistry in Flint, MI"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"179150393\"<\/a>The old adage, \u201can ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,\u201d is true with many health matters and oral health is no exception. The American Dental Association recommends twice yearly check-ups for adults and children, so that your can dentist can spot any concerns and treat appropriately before they become problems. Dr. Chitra P. Naik<\/a> and her team in Flint, MI<\/a>, are ready to provide you and your entire family with the preventive dentistry<\/a> you need to maintain oral health and general health.<\/p>\n

Dr. Naik: Your Partner in Preventive Dentistry<\/strong><\/p>\n

Successful preventive dentistry<\/strong> is actually a partnership between you and your dentist. Optimal oral health requires at-home care\u2014your part\u2014and regular in-office visits with Dr. Naik. Daily brushing and flossing at home is basic oral care. In fact, this basic should begin as soon as a child\u2019s first tooth appears. Good habits start early!<\/p>\n

In the office, Dr. Naik and her colleagues will pick up where you leave off in preventive dentistry. At a check-up, we will provide a professional cleaning to remove plaque and stains; a thorough examination of your teeth, gums and oral cavity; and when necessary, we\u2019ll take x-rays in order to spot problems that are not visible to the naked eye, such as cavities and problems below the gum line.<\/p>\n

At your preventive dentistry<\/strong> check-ups, Dr. Naik will also check for any abnormal signs of wear and tear on your teeth that may be caused by teeth grinding and clenching, or bruxism. If found, Dr. Naik will prescribe a night guard to wear during sleep when bruxism usually occurs. Likewise, if you or one of your children is active in sports, Dr. Naik will create a custom-fitted athletic mouthguard.<\/p>\n

Contact Our Office Today for an Appointment<\/strong><\/p>\n

If it\u2019s time for you or someone you care for to see the dentist for a preventive dentistry<\/strong> check-up call the office of Dr. Naik today. We\u2019ll be happy to assist you. Our office serves patients in Flint, MI,<\/a> and Flushing, Davison, Fenton, Ortonville and beyond.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The old adage, \u201can ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,\u201d is true with many health matters and oral health is no exception. The American Dental Association recommends twice yearly check-ups for adults and children, so that your can dentist can spot any concerns and treat appropriately before they become problems. 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