General Dentistry
Compassionate General Dentistry in Arlington Heights, IL
Associates for General Dentistry has a team of skilled, experienced dental professionals committed to providing compassionate general dentistry in Arlington Heights, IL and the surrounding areas. We offer comprehensive dental care to patients of all ages, including preventive care, cosmetic and restorative dentistry services, and emergency dental care. Call now to make an appointment for a dental exam or teeth cleaning.
Welcome to Our General Dentistry Practice
Our team offers state-of-the-art, patient-focused care in a welcoming, nurturing environment. We understand that many patients experience fear or anxiety when visiting the dentist, and we want to make sure those aren’t barriers to getting the dental care you need. In addition to compassionate dental services, we also offer competitive pricing and flexible financing options to make it easier to cover the cost of dental services.
Our Advanced General Dentistry Services
Our general dentistry services are designed to provide immediate and preventive dental care to patients. The goal is to protect your teeth, gums, and oral health so that you’re less likely to develop dental issues or diseases. With regular dental care, you can significantly lower your risk of bad breath, tooth decay, gum disease, tooth loss, and emergency dental problems. Call now to book an appointment for any of our services:
- Dental exams – The American Dental Association recommends that you get a dental exam every six months. Our exams include a thorough assessment of the health and condition of your teeth, gums, and jaw and looking for signs of oral health issues or disease.
- Dental x-rays – We use dental x-rays to detect issues that aren’t visible in an exam or to plan your course of treatment.
- Professional teeth cleaning – A professional teeth cleaning removes harmful and dangerous plaque, tartar, and bacteria from your teeth and gums and reduces your risk of bad breath, tooth decay, tooth loss, infection, and gum disease.
- Oral cancer screening – We recommend oral cancer screenings based on your personal and family history and risk level.
- Fluoride treatment – A fluoride treatment can reduce the risk of dental cavities and protect your teeth from dangerous bacteria.
- Dental sealants – Dental sealants can protect the chewing surfaces of your teeth from wear and tear and decay.
- Dental fillings – A dental filling protects a tooth from injury and damage after a dental cavity has been treated.
- Root canal therapy – We may be able to use root canal therapy to save a tooth that is badly infected and damaged due to tooth decay.
- Periodontal disease treatment – Periodontal disease treatment treats different stages of gum disease and may be able to slow or reverse the progression of the disease in certain stages.
Why Choose Associates for General Dentistry
Our team at Associates for General Dentistry has a combined 40 years of experience in the industry. We provide compassionate, gentle dental services to patients of all ages. Our commitment to personalized patient care, state-of-the-art technology, innovative and modern dental techniques, and preventive care and education ensures each of our patients maintains optimal oral health. We want to preserve your smile and reduce your risk of dental problems so that you can maintain your comfort and confidence.
Call Now to Schedule a Dental Exam
Call us now or book a dental exam online. Our general dentist serves Arlington Heights, IL and surrounding areas, providing quality dental care for the whole family. In addition to general dentistry, we also offer cosmetic and restorative dentistry and emergency dentistry services.
FAQs About General Dental Care
General dentistry focuses on comprehensive dental and oral health care for patients of all ages. It includes services like preventive care and education, dental exams and cleanings, dental x-rays, treatment of oral health issues and disease, and cosmetic, restorative, and emergency dentistry services.
A family dentist provides comprehensive dental care for all ages, from infants to the elderly. A general dentist can provide care for the whole family but may decide to focus only on teens and adults.
The American Dental Association recommends that most adults and children visit the dentist every six months for an oral exam and dental cleaning. However, you may need to go more often if you are at a high risk of oral health issues, are undergoing other dental treatments, have a history of dental cavities, are elderly or immunocompromised, or have orthodontia or a dental restoration or appliance.
Your child should have their first dental visit by age one or within six months of their first tooth erupting.
Seniors do generally need different dental services than teens and adults. You may be at a higher risk of age-related oral health issues like tooth decay, gum disease, oral cancer, and tooth loss. You may also need more complex procedures due to the age or condition of your teeth and gums.