You many know periodontal disease by its common name, gum disease. This oral health condition is also called gingivitis and periodontitis. Gingivitis being the mild form and periodontitis referring to the more advanced stage of gum disease. By any name, periodontal disease is definitely not sweet. In fact, studies indicate that as much as 80% of people over the age of 35 have some form of gum disease, which is the leading cause of tooth loss for this same demographic. Knowing the warning signs and risk factors for the disease and partnering with a dentist to create a preventive dentistry plan can save you from unnecessary damage to your smile and overall health. You can watch our informative video or keep reading to find out more about this chronic oral health condition.
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What is Periodontal Disease?
August 10, 2017
OKC Dentist: Why Digital X-rays are Safe
February 21, 2017
Your dental treatment plan always includes X-rays when needed so your dentist can visualize your teeth, roots and bone structure. Modern dentistry offers digital X-rays for sharper, bigger images stored within the office computer system itself, requiring less office space and use of paper files. Award-winning OKC dentist Dr. Joe Isaacson uses these safe radiographs for accurate diagnoses and to explain to patients important aspects of their oral health care. Digital imaging truly has revolutionized today’s dental office.
Periodontal Therapy in OKC: Laser Dentistry Is Right For You
September 2, 2015
Gum disease is an oral problem with serious implications, and it affects nearly half of adults in the United States. That’s right — 47 percent of American men and women suffer from mild to severe gum, or periodontal, disease. And if you’re reading this post, I’m guessing you’re one of them. You want to know about your treatment options — and you’ve come to the right place.
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Preventive Dentistry with Dr. Joe Isaacson is Your Assurance of a Healthy Smile
September 11, 2014
Life is busy. Work, family, school, home, and the list goes on and on. Sometimes that regular appointment with the dentist isn’t easy to schedule. Rest assured, however, it is time well spent. Preventive and family dentistry with Joe Isaacson, DDS in Oklahoma City, OK, is your first step to oral health, a beautiful smile and even overall health.
Preventive Dentistry is More than Just Cleaning
For a healthy mouth, we recommend a check-up with Dr. Isaacson once every six months for you and your entire family. During your visit, your teeth will be cleaned, of course. But beyond that we can monitor your oral health in order to help prevent tooth decay, gum disease, oral cancer and other conditions.
In addition, Dr. Isaacson and his team will be able to offer you services to treat any condition that can be spotted during a regular visit. For example, we can prevent or treat tooth decay before it progresses. If your children play sports, we can customize athletic mouthguards to protect their teeth and smile. Other services provided during a preventive dentistry visit include:
- Dental Sealants—an invisible plastic coating that is typically applied to back molars to prevent tooth decay
- Night Guards—a custom-fitted appliance worn at night to stop the wear and tear on teeth from grinding
- Fluoride Supplements—a gel, foam or paste that is applied in the office to treat any soft spots on the teeth
- Oral Cancer Screening—a complete examination of the mouth and throat tissue to find any suspicious areas early
Finally, Dr. Isaacson will offer guidance for how you can help keep your oral health at its best by suggesting an at-home hygiene regimen for you and your family.
Schedule Your Appointment Today for Preventive Dentistry
If you are ready to take the first step toward better oral health through preventive dentistry, schedule an appointment today with Dr. Isaacson in Oklahoma City. Our office also conveniently serves patients from Yukon, Edmond, Piedmont, Mustang and more.
Keep Smiles of All Sizes Happy and Healthy with Family Dentistry from Dr. Isaacson
March 22, 2013
At its core, family dentistry isn’t just one specific service or treatment – it’s a way of life for dental practices! Here in Oklahoma City, Dr. Isaacson and his staff understand that it can be frustrating for families, especially those including small children, to keep up with multiple dentists and specialists all over town in order to ensure that everyone gets the dental care they need. By offering family dentistry, we’re letting you know that we can provide you with all of those thorough and personalized services you and your loved ones need in just one convenient location, saving you valuable time and money. Our office enjoys helping smiles of all ages stay happy and healthy for years to come!
Just like with any other field of dentistry, family dentistry begins with optimal oral health. The American Dental Association recommends that you attend a routine oral health check-up and cleaning twice a year, and Dr. Isaacson couldn’t agree more! Our team will work hard to help you avoid common dental problems such as injury and decay, and we can instruct patients of all ages (especially children) how to properly brush and floss their teeth on a day-to-day basis.
However, family dentistry goes beyond just routine check-ups. We offer preventive services that can benefit both young and old smiles, including:
- Dental sealants and fluoride supplements – these tools are perfect for younger children whose permanent teeth are only just coming in by helping to strengthen their natural enamel and add extra protection against decay.
- Athletic mouthguards – if you or your child is an athlete, these custom made oral appliances will keep pearly whites protected against injury while they’re out on the field.
- Nightguards – both children and adults can grind their teeth unknowingly. In order to prevent unnecessary wear, we can create a piece to wear during sleep that will protect smiles from damage.
Don’t keep running all over town any longer – Dr. Isaacson is committed to providing you and your loved ones with thorough, personalized care that puts your comfort first each and every time. Call our Oklahoma City office today to schedule a family dentistry appointment. We also are happy to see patients from surrounding OKC areas, including Edmond, Yukon, Piedmont, Mustang, and beyond.