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Preventive Dentistry in Truro
Build lasting habits and protect your oral health.
Comprehensive Care
Prevention, restoration and ongoing dental support.
All Ages
General dental care for children, adults and seniors.
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Understand findings and recommended next steps.
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Serving patients from 125 Queen Street in Truro.
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ABOUT PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY
A proactive approach to your smile
Preventive dentistry focuses on reducing dental problems before they become more difficult to manage, while identifying concerns at an early stage.
Landmark Dental Care can help you build a recall plan around your age, oral health, habits and individual risk factors.
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PREVENTIVE SERVICES
Preventive Services
Your care plan may include a combination of the following services.
Professional cleanings
A hygienist removes plaque, tartar and surface stains that daily brushing cannot always reach.
Fluoride treatments
Fluoride may be recommended when it can add support to tooth enamel and cavity prevention.
Sealants
Sealants may protect vulnerable chewing surfaces, particularly for some children and teens.
Mouthguards
A mouthguard may be discussed when protecting teeth during sports or other activities is appropriate.
Oral-health education
Practical guidance can cover brushing, cleaning between teeth, diet and habits.
Gum-health prevention
Monitoring and professional care can support the tissues around your teeth and help address early concerns.
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WHO MAY BENEFIT
Preventive Care for Every Stage
Children and teens
Early visits can support healthy habits, developing teeth and age-appropriate prevention.
Adults
Routine care helps maintain teeth and gums while monitoring changes over time.
Older adults
Ongoing visits can help address changing oral-health needs and protect daily function.
Higher-risk patients
Some health conditions, habits or previous dental problems may call for a more individualized recall plan.
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BENEFITS
Why Preventive Dentistry Matters
Early awareness
Regular assessments may identify concerns before they cause noticeable symptoms.
Healthier routines
Personalized education gives you practical steps to use between visits.
Protect function
Prevention supports comfortable eating, speaking and caring for your smile.
Plan with confidence
A regular relationship gives you time to discuss options and priorities.
Support appearance
Cleanings and healthy habits can support a clean, natural-looking smile.
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WHAT TO EXPECT
A Preventive Visit
Assessment
The dental team reviews your oral health, concerns and relevant history.
Professional cleaning
Your hygienist cleans and polishes your teeth according to your needs.
Recommendations
Your dentist or hygienist discusses prevention, home care and any findings.
Recall plan
The next visit is planned around your oral health needs and risk factors.
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COMMON QUESTIONS
Preventive Dentistry Questions
The right interval depends on your oral health and risk factors. Your dental team will recommend a recall schedule for you.
Fluoride recommendations depend on age, enamel, cavity risk and other individual factors.
Sealants may be useful for some vulnerable chewing surfaces, particularly in children and teens. Your dentist will assess the teeth.
Follow the brushing and between-teeth cleaning routine recommended by your dental team and contact the office if something changes.
This information is general education and cannot replace an examination, diagnosis or individualized treatment advice.
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