Visiting a dentist isn’t just about cleanings and examinations. General dentistry solutions include much more than that. At the practice of Gentle Dental Care, Drs. Christopher Hooper, Anthony Martin, and David Groy assist individuals in and around the area of Virginia Beach with a variety of treatment options.

General dentistry solutions are those that are commonplace in dental care or part of preventative care. Below is a small sampling of the general dentistry services available at Gentle Dental Care:

• Dental cleanings – while brushing and flossing the teeth at home after every meal is an effective way of maintaining a healthy smile, sometimes a professional cleaning can get places that floss and a toothbrush may have difficulty properly cleaning.

• Dental examination – an examination is encouraged at least every six months to check for any possible problems that are developing. Early intervention is key for appropriate treatment of cavities and disease.

• Dental x-rays – not everything can be seen by the naked eye during a physical examination. Using dental x-rays is one way to diagnose problems that may be inside of a tooth or in the bones.

• Composite fillings – fillings are commonly done as a treatment for dental decay. They can stop the decay and help in restoring the structure of the natural tooth so that it functions at its best.

• Root canal therapy – also known as endodontic therapy, root canal therapy can be used to salvage a natural tooth when the infection has occurred to the dental pulp inside. It requires the removal of the dental pulp and disinfection of the canals before filling with a rubber-like material.

• Extractions – sometimes permanent teeth need to be removed. Our team provides simple and surgical extractions as necessary.

Drs. Christopher Hooper, Anthony Martin, and David Groy of Gentle Dental Center offer patients a number of general dentistry solutions for preventative care. When patients are proactive about their oral health, they often experience fewer problems with their smile than someone who only focuses on reactive care. We encourage our patients to take the time to visit our dental practice regularly for cleanings and examinations to catch any problems early enough to appropriately intervene. Contact us today at (757) 431-1300 and make an appointment for any one of our two convenient locations in the Virginia Beach area.