Family Dentistry

The Oral Health Connection

Research continues to draw a number of links between oral health and overall physical health and well-being:

Bacteria that cause periodontal (gum) disease have been identified as risk factors for patients with diabetes and heart disease.

Dental checkups are now an important part of prenatal medical care guidelines. Studies show that oral infection can affect a mother’s hormone levels; this has been linked as a contributing risk factor for low birth weight deliveries. It is also possible for a new mother to transfer oral infections to her infant child. (health.nv.gov)

Managing your family's dental health is easily accomplished with good planning.

The key to oral health is maintaining a regular routine of preventive dental care visits with us.

A Word about Baby Teeth:

It is important to take care of your child's baby (primary) teeth.

• Even though primary teeth last only a few years, these teeth maintain the spaces where permanent teeth will erupt, and, support development of proper speech patterns.

• Without maintenance of these spaces, crowding and misalignment can occur, resulting in more complicated treatment later.

During these visits, Dr. Hooper will perform a complete dental examination to look for signs of decay or periodontal (gum) disease. He will also advise you of any developmental issues with your child's teeth and address any orthodontic concerns as early as possible.

Equally important at these appointments, our dental hygienist will talk with you and your child about home care and nutrition habits that can go a long way in keeping your smiles healthy.

We may recommend preventive measures, such as dental sealants, fluoride treatments, or mouth sportsguards to protect your child's oral health.

Family Dentistry

The Oral Health Connection

Managing your family's dental health is easily accomplished with good planning.

A Word about Baby Teeth:

Take time for Oral Health.