It’s in the name: It prevents dental disease and other conditions from worsening. It emphasizes the importance of ongoing hygiene and daily practices to prevent future problems. It’s most effective when combined with at-home oral care and chairside treatments by dental professionals.
When you visit ProGrin every six months for a check-up and professional cleaning, this allows our dentists to catch any issues in their early stages, protecting your smile and limiting your expenses (preventing you from becoming a statistic).
percent of adults ages 20-44 have untreated tooth decay.
percent of adults will be missing one or more teeth by the age of 40.
million people visited the ER for dental concerns in the last 10 years.
If so, you need preventative dentistry (comprehensive dentistry). Our expert dentists at each ProGrin location in South Carolina are here to make good things happen and that includes protecting your smile! It goes without saying: You MUST take proper care of your teeth.
If you avoid the dentist and don’t take care of your smile, you risk digging into your pockets and spending thousands of dollars on restorative dental care. Just how much? Full mouth reconstruction can cost between $45,000 – $80,000! That doesn’t have to happen when practicing preventive dentistry.
We’re offering a free download to explain why comprehensive dentistry matters for you and your overall health. In this download, you will learn:
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Yes, it is! Studies have shown your oral health is a direct gateway to your body. When you stop taking care of your smile and develop dental diseases (e.g., periodontal disease), you increase your risk of severe health risks, including:
That’s why it’s crucial to visit us every six months to ensure your systemic health is in tip-top shape.
Preventative dentistry is also known as comprehensive dentistry, which involves your ProGrin dentists looking at the entire picture of your dental health. Instead of just looking at the surface symptoms and providing a quick fix, we examine what causes the dental problem and then develop a total and permanent solution. We’ll come up with a lifetime plan to get your smile healthy – and KEEP it healthy.
Our expert dentists help South Carolina by offering a wide range of preventative services, including:
Your smile leaves a lasting impression, so be sure you make it count! Not only does preventative dentistry promote a healthy smile, but it’ll also keep it beautiful and increase your self-confidence. That’s worth visiting us every six months.
Additionally, your oral health is connected to your overall well-being. We truly value our patients’ quality of life. This includes our children patients because dental disease can have a detrimental effect on their growth and development. In the end, preventative dentistry can result in less extensive – and less expensive – treatment for dental conditions for all ages.