MISSION
Our staff members have the firm conviction that the patients treated by us are among the world's finest people. We are delighted that you have chosen to join our "family." The enjoyment we have experienced in our association with our patients stems in large part, we believe, from mutual understanding of joint responsibility regarding complete dental care. For this reason we would like to acquaint you with the goals of modern dentistry:
| 1. | To overcome all obstacles to successful dental treatment |
| 2. | To preserve youth, appearance and comfort through preservation of the teeth and supporting structures |
| 3. | To promote enjoyment in the culinary arts because of proper masticating function |
| 4. | To maintain proper speech and sound patterns through proper function of the teeth and supporting bone |
| 5. | To preserve general health by controlling disease of the teeth and surrounding tissues We trust our goals of modern dentistry are or will become your goals. |
THE PERFECT BEGINNING
For new patients our concern for their dental care must begin with what we call the "Perfect Beginning," the complete dental examination which includes a thorough visual examination, all necessary x-rays, and diagnostic impressions if they are indicated. The greatest service we could possibly render begins with the complete dental examination. We then proceed to what is known as the "treatment conference." Facts delivered to the best of our ability, facts that will help you make intelligent choices.
X-RAY EXAMINATION - Benefit
There is no reason for any patient to be concerned when dental x-ray examinations are made with modern methods and safeguards. This is the opinion of such authorities as the Council on Dental Research of the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Oral Roentgenology and the Division of Radiological Health, U. S. Public Health Service. How do you benefit from an x-ray examination? It is one of the important means any dentist uses to help you preserve natural teeth. With the aid of x-ray pictures we can detect conditions that, left untreated, would eventually affect the function and appearance of your teeth.
PLAQUE CONTROL - Preventative
The area of major interest to us is the gingival crevice where the gingival (gum) tissue meets the tooth. In this crevice area the body sets up its first line of defense against periodontal disease. This tissue fits around the tooth as a turtleneck sweater fits the neck. It has an outer lining similar to the skin on the rest of the body. Glands form gushing fountains that wash debris out of the crevice. These washing glands must be kept free-flowing at all times. When food combines with saliva and bacteria they form a mass that collects in the crevice around the necks of the teeth. The bacterial-food-saliva is referred to as "bacterial plaque." The mass of plaque, among other things, prevents the normal function of the washing glands in the area of the crevice. If the plaque is not removed, the bacterial digestion of food continues, and the end products of the digestion attack and etch the smooth surface of the tooth and may eventually cause damage to the bony housing of the tooth. At this point the patient suffers from periodontal disease. Plaque control is the answer.
