What Are the Most Common Procedures Performed in General Dentistry?

General dentistry enjoys a broad scope because it is about maintenance (or restoring oral health) when issues arise.

Examples of general dentistry in Fairfax, VA, may include:

• Tooth-colored fillings
• Root canal therapy
• Tooth restorations
• Extractions
• Tooth replacement
• Periodontal treatment
• Dental emergencies
• TMJ treatment
• Orthodontics
• And more…

Typically, you shouldn't need much maintenance if you see your dentist every six months for checkups and teeth cleanings and brush and floss regularly. Excellent dental care and a healthy oral hygiene regimen mean fewer cavities, a decreased risk for oral infections, and a lower likelihood of gum disease.

The Most Common General Dentistry Procedures

Tooth-colored fillings to treat cavities are probably the most common general dentistry procedure, followed by tooth crowns after root canal treatment.

However, Dr. Fairfax & Associates Family Dentistry offers full-service dentistry should you present with a less common oral health issue. Additionally, we treat patients of all ages, including senior adults and children.

Preventive Dentistry in Fairfax, VA

To lower your risks for tooth decay and other common oral health concerns, seeing the dentist twice yearly is essential.

At your six-month checkup, the dentist can compare changes since your last visit and diagnose emerging issues before they present a significant risk to your oral health. Your checkup includes oral cancer screening, periodic x-rays, and teeth cleaning.

Your teeth cleaning with the hygienist clears cavity-causing tartar and bacteria from hard-to-reach areas of the teeth and gums. This significantly lowers tooth decay, gum disease, and oral infection risks. Teeth cleanings may also freshen your breath!

Following your checkup, your dentist or hygienist may recommend fluoride treatments, dental sealants, or general dentistry treatments.

Contact Your Dentist in 22031

Call us today to learn more about our general dentistry treatments or book a checkup and teeth cleaning with the dentist and hygienist. And we encourage you to ask us about our in-house discount membership plan.