Hygiene Care & Preventive Services

Teeth Cleaning and Prevention of Damage

With a strong emphasis on preventive dentistry, Dr. Cooke and his staff team help educate their patients on caring for their smile, which can reduce dental expenses. In addition it is important to note that dental health is closely linked to a person’s overall health and wellbeing.  

Our patients believe that our hygienist is the most gentle and talented they have ever experienced in their lifetime.  She is an expert at removing unwanted deposits from the tooth surfaces so that the bacterial tartar is not allowed to remain there and cause irreversible damage. By developing a regular preventive schedule with her, based on your particular needs and preferences, you will be able to maintain optimal dental health.  Our hygienist keeps her eyes on many aspects of the mouth, like the condition of the gums and warning signs in the teeth so they can be addressed before major issues occur. We call these “silent” problems that when treated early are stopped from advancing into bigger ones. Improving our patients' oral hygiene, advising them on homecare, and preventing problems is her unwavering commitment. 

Cleaning Sensitive Teeth  

Individuals with very sensitive gums and teeth are prone to avoid regular visits to the dentist for necessary services.  In visiting Dr. Cooke’s office, those worries can be set aside as there are special approaches used to make the patient extremely comfortable throughout the whole visit.  No longer is it necessary to endure the discomfort that condition used to cause.  Novocaine injections are not used!  The peace of mind this has brought so many patients is wonderful.  Make your appointment today and experience the difference! 

We pride ourselves on making our patients very comfortable and regardless of the problems they have endured in the past with sensitive teeth and gums, we know we can overcome that!  Find out how different teeth cleaning can be at our office!

Screening for Oral Cancer

We take your health very seriously.  We observe many elements of your overall health each time you are in our dental chair.  Even a small change in the lining of your mouth calls for us to do a closer evaluation.  Detecting oral cancer early is critical in saving many lives each year.  Dr. Cooke and our highly experienced hygienist are trained in various disciplines to recognize the entire range of oral tissue abnormalities.  

Our professionals take very close notice of any bits of suspicious tissue that may line the lips and mouth.  A thorough examination of the tongue is critically important on each visit.  Examining the floor of the mouth with quality technique, checking the cheek lining, evaluating the gums, and surveying the palate (roof of the mouth) are all part of our thorough oral cancer screening. 

Periodontal Therapy

Since gum disease is still the number one cause of tooth loss in adults today, some of our patients need specialized treatment for gum disease.  A silent problem, gum disease can take control in the mouth quietly, with minimal signs and symptoms.  It is a known fact in medical circles that people with gum disease run a higher risk of heart disease. 

Women who have periodontal disease and are pregnant are likely to give birth to lower-weight babies.  This condition can lead to devastating effects if it is not treated properly, but it doesn’t have to happen with our patients.  When this situation starts becoming apparent, Dr. Cooke and our hygienist formulate a strategic plan that involves scaling the teeth and root planing services in order to reverse the progression of the disease, all while making sure the patient is comfortable during the process.  

Dr. Cooke and his staff are experts at sharing advice with patients that are at a higher risk for dental problems.  There are some inexpensive additions that they suggest patients can make to their daily routine that can change what’s transpiring in their mouth and greatly reduce the evidence of bacterial activity that can lead to periodontitis.  Our hygienist is pleased to work with patients to customize a special plan to achieve this goal.