Preventative Dentistry

For more than 30 years, our Gaithersburg dental practice has offered unparalleled general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and all-on-four implant consultation. Dr. David Gordon, Dr. Leonard Gordon, and their staff are known for their expertise, gentle touch, and the unmatched quality of their service and dental work.

Preventative dentistry procedures include dental cleaning, gum diseases screenings, and TMJ care.

Dental Cleaning

In addition to brushing and flossing at home, a dental prophylaxis (dental cleaning) is the foundation of good oral health.

It’s comprised of two parts:

– A detailed exam, and any necessary x-rays.
– Removing plaque and tartar above and below the gums (beyond where your toothbrush and floss can reach).

Our dental hygienists each have over a decade of experience, and they will skillfully and gently clean and polish your teeth to reveal a whiter, healthier smile.

Gum Diseases Screening

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One way to stay healthy is to be regularly checked for oral cancer and gingivitis, periodontitis, and gum disease. In addition to conducting a screening at every dental cleaning visit, we’ll also diagnose any patients who report a pain in their mouth. We will do what is necessary to solve the problem or make sure the pain doesn’t get worse.

Gum disease is similar to diabetes and high blood pressure, in that you may not notice a difference in how you feel until it is advanced. By undergoing a regular screening, you can avoid problems ranging from pain, to loss of teeth, to gum abscess. Harmful mouth bacteria can cause issues that arise when the toxic bacteria spreads from the mouth to the rest of the body. These issues can include heart problems, brain inflammation, memory loss, kidney and pancreas problems and stomach problems to name a few.

With normal proper home care and routine visits for checkups and cleanings, at the frequency recommended by Dr. Gordon and our dental hygienist, we’ll work together to keep your mouth healthy and beautiful!

TMJ Care

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Constant headaches can come from clenching your teeth or your bite. Our dentists know the most up-to-date TMJ treatments to help you feel better!

The Temporomandibular Joint is a boney joint that sits in front of the ear on both sides of the face. When a person bites or chews, this “ball in socket” type joint fits into each other. When the bones don’t fit together properly—often due to an incorrect bite or malocclusion—the muscles begin to spasm which can cause TMJ headaches and pain.

Sometimes opening or closing the mouth can be difficult. It can even be impossible to fully close the mouth for the teeth to touch or impossible to open the mouth more than an inch.

Initial treatment may involve eating soft foods, anti-inflammatory medication, and a bite guard to reposition the jaws. You can experience some relief within one week. Final treatment may involve adjusting the bite or braces in order to keep a healthy, correct, pain-free bite.

For particularly advanced cases, we can connect you to a trusted specialist. Click here to schedule an appointment.