Dental Cleanings

Preventive dentistry can help you protect and preserve your natural smile. At Peach Dental, our team provides comprehensive exams and preventive care to address a wide range of oral health issues and minimize future complications.

Dr. Michael Reznik and Dr. Jordan Reznik have helped countless individuals and families throughout Dunwoody, Sandy Springs, and the surrounding Atlanta area with their oral health needs. Our staff is welcoming, knowledgeable, and excited to address your concerns and answer any questions you may have about treatments, insurance coverage, and appointment times.

We provide many services in our dental practice, and if you need specialized treatment, we get the expert to come into our office, so you won’t have to go to a different location. If you are looking for a compassionate practice that provides comprehensive dental exams and preventive care, contact Peach Dental today!

Preventive dentistry includes all activities and treatments aimed at keeping your smile healthy. Regular brushing, flossing, and professional cleanings are the foundation of our preventive dental care. Even if you brush and floss daily, it is still vital to schedule professional exams and cleanings.

Dental cleanings help remove any tartar buildup on your teeth and hard-to-reach areas of your mouth, primarily along and below the gum line. Cleanings are also essential for preventing gum disease and other oral complications associated with poor oral hygiene.

Comprehensive Dental Exams

We provide detailed examinations to evaluate the current condition of your teeth and gums and review your past medical history. Regular dental exams allow our dentists to give tips on caring for your teeth and gums. We also offer screenings for oral cancer, TMJ, and gum disease for early detection and treatment.

When it comes to maintaining good oral health, we recommend having a dental exam every six months. This will allow our dentists to evaluate changes in your smile and provide proactive care. During dental exams, we perform:

Visual Exams: Our dentists will visually examine your teeth, jaw, gums, and everything in between to determine your overall oral health. We look for signs of cavities, enamel weakness, discoloration, wear, and any other damage. Our dentists also check all restorations to make sure they are secure.

Digital Exams: We use x-rays to understand the overall state of your teeth and jaw beneath the visible surface. Sequential x-rays can also show changes in the bone structure, like jawbone shrinkage.

Oral Cancer Screenings: Both visual and x-ray exams can help detect early signs of oral cancer and non-cancerous tumors.

If any orthodontic issues are identified during your exam, we will review your treatment options and make recommendations. We also offer clear aligners for mild to moderate alignment issues.

Dental care at home, such as brushing and flossing daily, is essential for good oral health. Unfortunately, even the best oral care routine may not cover everything, especially in hard-to-reach crevices in your mouth. Our professional dental cleanings use specialized tools and techniques to clean your teeth and mouth thoroughly. After our dental cleaning, you will leave the office feeling fully refreshed and healthy.

Dental cleanings are not just a luxury or a formality that we perform. They enable us to help you address potential dental risks that standard brushing and flossing cannot. Our regular dental cleaning is a simple process that uses special tools to remove hardened plaque around and beneath the gum line.

A typical dental cleaning happens in four simple steps, with some variations depending on your specific dental care needs.

Plaque and Tartar Removal: We use specialized tools to remove any plaque and tartar buildup above and below your gum line.

Power Polishing: Once our hygienist has cleaned your teeth thoroughly, we apply the polish using a special brush. This will help smooth out your enamel surface and remove minor stains to enhance the look and feel of your teeth.

Professional Flossing: We provide an upgraded version of your daily flossing. Our dental hygienist uses special techniques to ensure no food debris or plaque is missed.

Fluoride Treatment: Finally, we apply fluoride to strengthen your enamel and prevent the risk of tooth decay. We may also use a sealant to help protect your teeth from tooth decay or damage.

Gum Disease Prevention & Deep Cleaning in Atlanta

Periodontal (gum) disease is a common infection that affects the gum tissues, ligaments, and jaw bone. If left untreated, gum disease can result in other dental health complications. The most common cause of periodontal disease is bacterial plaque, a sticky and colorless film that often collects on the surface of teeth and below the gums. If this plaque is not removed, it can harden to form calculus or tartar.

Through regular dental exams, we can discover signs of gum disease and commence early treatment to increase your recovery chances. Our dentists can treat the damage caused by gingivitis.

Treating gingivitis (early stage of gum disease) is sometimes as simple as a professional dental cleaning coupled with a regular oral care regimen at home. However, we also offer deep cleaning, scaling and root planing, when the disease has progressed.

This extensive cleaning eliminates plaque and tartar below your gum line and smooths the root surfaces to promote healing. Our dentists may apply an antibiotic to the treatment area to reduce infections in the pockets around the teeth. If more advanced treatment like pocket reduction is required, we can invite one of our trusted specialists to our office.

Conservative Preventive Treatments in Dunwoody

We do all we can to keep your natural smile complete and healthy for as long as possible. Our dentists use a conservative approach to save the affected tooth whenever possible. But if it needs extraction, we can extract and replace the tooth with a bridge or implant crown.

We highly recommend dental implants, so you don’t need to alter neighboring teeth by adding crowns or bridges. Dental implants provide a more natural option for long-term oral health. Our restorative dentistry helps prevent surrounding teeth from gradually shifting. As a result, you can avoid more complex issues with your jaw and even preserve a youthful appearance.

Many people suffer from bruxism (teeth grinding or clenching) while they sleep and sometimes unconsciously during the day. This habit can cause several dental problems, including:

• Tooth pain
• Chipped or cracked teeth
• Jaw soreness
• Increased tooth sensitivity
• Headaches

We help you comfortably manage clenching and grinding with professional, custom night guards. The process begins with taking an impression of your teeth and using it to create your custom-fit mouthguard. Once your custom night guard is ready, you will come for a second appointment to confirm the fit and receive instructions for optimal results.

Trusted Preventive Care & Cleanings in Dunwoody

The best way to prevent periodontal disease is to observe an excellent oral hygiene routine and schedule regular dental visits. With our professional cleanings and exams, we can help you achieve a healthy and brilliant smile once more.

At Peach Dental, we offer exceptional dental care and treatment in a friendly and inviting environment. If you reside in Dunwoody, Sandy Springs, or the greater Atlanta area, our caring team is ready to help you protect and preserve your smile. Contact us today to schedule your appointment!