Preventive Care
At Pecan Tree Family Dentistry, we provide dental cleaning and examinations to patients throughout Mckinney, TX. We believe that preventative care is essential for good oral health. The best to maintain good oral health is to brush twice a day for two minutes each time, floss once per day, and visit Dr. Dr. Peter J. Kim as recommended, usually every six months. Call our office or schedule your visit online to learn how you can stay healthy year round.
Adult Dental Cleaning and Examinations
We recommend that adults throughout Mckinney, Texas receive dental cleaning and examinations at least twice a year. Good oral health is important regardless of how old you are. As people age, their risk for an oral infection continues to increase. The older teeth get, the more the protective enamel starts to wear away, and it can become easier to get a cavity. The best way to combat this is by brushing and flossing throughout the day in addition to visiting the dentist on a regular basis. We offer flexible appointment times so that you can schedule an appointment around your work or family schedule, making it easier than ever to get teeth cleaning.
Sensitive Teeth
At Pecan Tree Family Dentistry, we practice gentle dentistry and provide dental cleaning and examinations for patients with sensitive teeth. Many adults avoid visiting the dentist due to concern that their teeth will hurt or feel worse during the exam or subsequent cleaning. When working with Dr. Kim, you can feel comfortable regardless of how sensitive your teeth are. For more sensitive teeth, we offer a variety of sedation methods so that you do not have to feel anything while getting your dental cleaning and examinations. Whether you need something to relax or direct pain medication, Dr. Kim can create a treatment plan that includes sedation so that you can remain comfortable.
Education
During the teeth cleaning and examination, we will also discuss ways that you can keep your teeth and gums healthy at home. At Pecan Tree Family Dentistry, we believe that good oral hygiene at home is important to do in conjunction with visiting our office. We recommend that you use a soft toothbrush to brush your teeth twice a day and use fluoride toothpaste. This will keep harmful sugar and bacteria off of your teeth and the fluoride will help to strengthen them. You will also benefit from flossing daily to get food particles and bacteria out of hard to reach places. Following up with an antibacterial mouthwash will help to kill any remaining germs.
Your diet is also important to good oral health. Make sure to drink plenty of water and eat a diet that contains dairy products, lean protein, green vegetables, and complex carbs so that your body gets the nutrients it needs to stay healthy. We can provide additional tips and information during your dental cleaning and examinations. To schedule your appointment with Dr. Kim call our office or schedule online, today!