Choosing a Biological Dentist in San Antonio
Have you ever stopped and thought about how long you want to keep your natural teeth? For most of us, the answer is a definite “Forever!” We don’t want dentures or to experience the embarrassment of tooth loss if possible. Choosing to spend the time and resources needed to practice good oral hygiene that includes regular professional dental cleanings with a biological dentist in San Antonio, TX can help us achieve this lifetime goal.
Quality of Life Focused
Your mouth is the gateway to the rest of your body. With this the forefront of focus for whole body health, a key component in staying healthy is to focus on high quality dental care. Today, after decades of research and data, we know that there is a strong connection between oral diseases and other serious chronic diseases that affect the body. Choosing a biological dentist in San Antonio, TX that dives deeper than just the area of pain/concern is the first step to solving other chronic issues that you are experiencing.
Dr. Cornelius and his dedicated and highly trained team in San Antonio want everyone to have clean teeth and healthy gums so they can smile confidently and work towards achieving their lifelong goals of a healthy smile and the best quality of life possible.
Do I need a Professional Dental Cleaning?
A dental teeth cleaning, also known as a dental and oral hygiene checkup, is a preventative dental treatment highly recommended by Dr. Cornelius. Typically done every four to six months, a dental hygiene cleaning includes a dental checkup, plaque removal, cleaning, and flossing. During the exam, Dr. Cornelius and your hygienist will search for any potential infections, do an oral cancer screening, check for cavities, bone loss, or tooth decay as well as Periodontitis which is a bacterial infection under the gums. This is ideal because you can prevent complications and treat issues with early detection and screenings.
What are the Benefits of a Dental Hygiene Cleaning?
- Ozone- Dr. Cornelius uses Ozone Therapy in all dental cleanings performed in his office. Ozone helps play a role in the reversal of dental caries and is used as an antibacterial agent to treat any oral infections caused by the bacteria living in your mouth.
- Prevent Cavities. Plaque builds up on your teeth often causing decay over time. During your cleaning, your hygienist can help you eliminate this risk by removing plaque from your teeth. This is especially important in those hard to reach areas and for patients that don’t floss regularly. X-rays can also identify cavities that have already begun to develop.
- Brighten Your Smile. It’s easy for teeth to get stained by everyday foods and drinks. Dental hygiene cleanings can help remove some stains, remove plaque, and brighten your teeth. We’ll clean, wash, and polish your smile during each checkup.
- Reduce Bad Breath. Hate your bad breath? Reduce bad breath with quality, comprehensive dental hygiene cleanings. You can curb foul breath with flossing, brushing, and plaque removal- all of which we do during your dental hygiene teeth cleaning.
- Boost Overall health. We now have the undeniable science to know that our overall health and oral health are connected. The mouth is the main entryway to the body, and with this in mind keeping your teeth, tongue, and gums clean lowers the risk of diabetes and heart disease. Health in your mouth spills over into the rest of your body. With a healthy mouth, you are taking the steps needed to have whole body health.
- Identify Gum Disease. Gum disease, also known as periodontitis, affects millions of Americans yearly. While there are correlating symptoms, they can often go unnoticed for an extended time spreading bacteria to the rest of the body and causing more health problems. Failure to catch gum disease in its early stages can result in irreversible damage, bone decay, and tooth loss. Dr. Cornelius can identify gum disease during your exam at your dental cleaning and help create a treatment plan for you to recover your oral and overall Whole Body Health.
Teeth Cleaning Process:
While each teeth cleaning is a personalized experience, there are six general steps:
- Physical Exam. We’ll begin your cleaning with a physical exam using a unique mirror. Our hygienist will look for gum infection, inflammation, or signs of decay.
- Remove Plaque and Tartar. We’ll use an ultrasonic scaler to remove plaque and tartar around the gumline and teeth. Scaling will reduce the risk of cavities and gingivitis and help freshen your breath.
- Gritty Toothpaste. Our hygienist will use a high-powered prophy brush to clean your teeth. This polishing will leave your teeth shiny and help remove built up stains.
- Expert Flossing. We’ll remove excess and hard-to-reach plaque and bacteria from between the teeth. These “hot spots” are essential to clean regularly.
- Dentist Checkup. Once our hygienist has completed the cycle, we’ll grab Dr. Cornelius to perform an exam. He will review your x-rays and do a physical exam in your mouth including an oral cancer screening. He will discuss any concerns you may have and go over the results of your x-rays and exam.
What is a Dental Exam?
A dental exam with Dr. Cornelius is an evaluation of your oral health. Dr. Cornelius thoroughly inspects your teeth, gums, and other oral tissues during this examination to assess your overall dental health. The exam includes visual checks, tactile examinations, and diagnostic tools such as X-rays or a CBCt (3D Imaging) to detect hidden issues. This process allows Dr. Cornelius to identify potential problems early on, such as cavities, gum disease, or signs of oral cancer, and develop an appropriate treatment plan to maintain or improve your oral health.
Why are Dental Exams with a Biological Dentist Important?
Regular dental exams in San Antonio with a Biological Dentist are crucial for maintaining optimal oral health and preventing serious dental issues moving to other parts of your body. These exams allow Dr. Cornelius to detect and address problems in their early stages, often before they cause noticeable symptoms or require extensive treatment. Additionally, these exams allow Dr. Cornelius to dive deeper into issues you are having in other areas of your body that may be affected due to the oral health of your mouth and allows him to offer his expertise on proper oral hygiene techniques and discuss any concerns you may have about your dental and overall health. By choosing to invest in your overall health and well-being by prioritizing regular dental exams, you are taking the first steps to Whole Body Health.
Biological Dental Cleanings and Checkups in San Antonio, Texas
Cutting edge, high-quality, and comprehensive dental cleanings are available to you at Nautical Dental. Dr. Cornelius goes to great lengths to offer excellent, comfortable, and comprehensive treatments to his patients with a holistic approach. Dr. Cornelius and his team have decades of experience and excel in all areas of dentistry. Biological dental cleanings and checkups in San Antonio is just one aspect of our quality biological general dentistry service in San Antonio, Texas.