Preventive Care
Professional Hygiene
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Healthy Smiles Start With Prevention.
At Turning Point Dental & Aesthetics, we believe prevention is the foundation of lifelong oral health. Regular hygiene visits, combined with thoughtful care at home, play an essential role in preventing dental disease and keeping your smile healthy for years to come.
Our hygienists take a personalized approach to every visit, providing thorough care along with individualized education and recommendations based on your unique oral health needs. Our goal is for you to leave not only feeling fresh and clean, but also confident in caring for your smile between appointments.
More Than Just a Cleaning
Your hygiene visit is an important opportunity to look beyond the surface. We use advanced technology and comprehensive assessments to monitor your oral health and identify concerns early—often before you notice any symptoms.
Comprehensive Evaluations
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We evaluate your teeth, gums, and overall oral health at each visit, watching for changes that may require attention or additional care.
Digital Diagnostic X-Rays
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Radiographs are taken when clinically indicated and in accordance with current standards of care. They allow Dr. Turner to see areas that cannot be evaluated during a visual exam, including cavities between teeth, changes in bone levels, and other signs of disease.
Personalized Hygiene Care
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Every patient is different. Your hygienist will tailor your care, education, and home-care recommendations to your individual needs and goals.
Fluoride Protection
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Every hygiene visit includes a professional fluoride treatment for an added layer of protection. Our water-based fluoride goes on clear and feels light and comfortable, making it an easy addition to your visit without a noticeable coating or residue.
Your Health Between Visits Matters, Too.
A healthy smile doesn't happen only in the dental chair. Our hygienists are here to help you understand what your mouth needs and give you practical, personalized recommendations you can use at home.
Professional care + intentional home care = a healthier smile.
What You Can Expect
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01 — Personalized Care
Your hygiene appointment is tailored to your individual oral health.
02 — Thorough Evaluation
We monitor your teeth, gums, bite, and overall oral health.
03 — Patient Education
We’ll help you understand what we see and how to care for your smile at home.
04 — Preventive Protection
Our goal is to identify concerns early and help prevent future dental disease.
Keep Your Smile Healthy. Keep It Yours.
Whether you're due for your routine hygiene visit or it's been a little longer than you'd like, we're here to help you get back on track.
Home Care
A Healthy Smile Starts at Home.
The care you give your smile between dental visits plays an essential role in your long-term oral health. Consistent brushing, daily flossing, and the right products can help prevent dental disease, protect your enamel, and keep your smile healthy between appointments.
Our team is here to help you build a home-care routine that works for your smile and your individual needs—because the best routine is one you can maintain consistently.
Brush with Purpose
A quality electric toothbrush can help remove plaque more effectively than a manual toothbrush and make it easier to clean hard-to-reach areas. We can help you choose the brush and technique that are right for you.
Don't Skip the Floss
Brushing can't reach every surface of your teeth. Daily flossing helps remove plaque and debris between your teeth and along the gumline—areas where cavities and gum disease can begin.
Protect Your Enamel
Prescription-strength fluoride toothpaste can provide additional protection for patients who need it. Fluoride helps strengthen enamel, prevent cavities, and reduce sensitivity and the effects of acid erosion.
Stay Consistent
The products you use matter, but how consistently you use them matters even more. Small, intentional habits every day can make a meaningful difference in your long-term oral health.
Personalized Recommendations for Your Smile
There isn't one perfect home-care routine for everyone. Your oral health, lifestyle, and individual risk factors all play a role in determining what products and techniques are right for you.
During your visits, our team can help you choose the tools and products that best support your needs—from toothbrushes and flossing aids to fluoride products and other home-care recommendations.
Many of our recommended products are available directly through our office for your convenience.
Healthy Habits. Healthy Smile.
Professional care sets the foundation. What you do at home helps maintain it.