Practicing good dental hygiene affords you the opportunity of keeping your teeth for a lifetime, which, in turn, contributes tremendously to your overall wellness and appearance. During your hygiene visit at Horseheads Dental, you will receive:

• All necessary digital x-rays.
• Detailed cleaning and polish to remove any plaque or hard deposits that has accumulated on and around your teeth.
• Thorough examination of the mouth from both the doctor and hygienist for any signs of gum disease, gum recession, decay or cavities.
• Review of your medical and dental history.
• Free oral cancer screening.
• Sealants and fluoride treatments, as needed.
• Oral hygiene instruction on proper brushing/flossing techniques.
• Instruction on the use of home hygiene tools such as Oral B Power Toothbrushes and the water irrigation device, HydroFloss.
• If needed, develop a periodontal health maintenance program and instruction based on the PerioProtect System.
• Answers to any question about your dental care.