It is crucial to start building healthy habits at a young age — that is why we welcome children of all ages at Prairie Smiles Family Dentistry. Instilling in children the importance of maintaining a healthy oral care routine will benefit them immensely as they grow older. It is our job at Prairie Smiles Family Dentistry to provide a comfortable, fun, and educational visit to ensure your child has a positive experience. It’s never too early to start; in fact, as soon as that first tooth comes in, you should bring them in! We will provide extraordinary dental care and provide you with some helpful advice in caring for your children’s oral health.

Regular routine cleanings, brushing your teeth, and flossing are the most important habits you can build for maintaining exceptional oral health. It is typically recommended that patients visit their dentist for a routine dental cleaning at least twice a year. Routine cleanings can also help prevent future complications. At Prairie Smiles Family Dentistry, we strive to provide a comfortable and caring environment that makes coming to the dentist something you don’t dread.

Think dentures, but permanent. If you are missing one or more teeth, dental implants may be the perfect solution for you. Permanently anchored into the patient’s jaw bone, dental implants will not only give you a healthy and beautiful smile again, but also prevent further complications which can arise due to missing teeth. Custom tailored for each patient, an implant will look and function just as a natural tooth would.

Root Canals therapy is required when a cavity has reached the pulp of a tooth. This causes an infection of the nerve. They can easily be prevented with regular checkups and a proactive and healthy oral care routine. If you are in need of root canal treatment, you may not even know it, as some people are unaware that a problem even exists until they have a dental exam. Others do feel symptoms, which can include increased tooth sensitivity, pain, swelling, or a bad taste in the mouth. If you do need a root canal, it is important to get it taken care of as quickly as possible, so as to avoid further complications.

Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss and has been shown to link to other medical problems such as strokes, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and pregnancy risks. Symptoms often include red, swollen, and sometimes bleeding gums. Treatment varies according to the severity of the disease, but can range from a routine dental cleaning to scaling and root-planing. Regular check-ins and cleanings with Prairie Smiles Family Dentistry can help prevent gum diseases from developing down the road.