Has it been some time since your last dental visit? Are you looking for a dental office that provides dental cleanings, X-rays, and other key general dentistry services in Sahuarita, AZ? The dental office of Dr. Jordan Morris, Sahuarita Premier Dentistry, can help you get the care you need.
Regular dental care and general dental treatments help prevent the need for complex dental care. Over time, as dental problems worsen, patients often require more invasive procedures. General dental services that preserve oral health stop this progression.
Why Are Regular Dental Visits Essential?
During routine dental appointments, we provide dental cleanings, exams, and X-rays. These services maintain the smile and also allow us to discover developing dental problems. Sometimes, as dental problems progress, they can be hard to notice. Regular appointments help Dr. Morris catch oral health issues early.
Sugary foods and drinks can contribute to dental cavities and poor oral hygiene. Routine dental cleanings are an essential part of cavity prevention. Dental caries or cavities form due to harmful bacteria that build in the mouth. Bacteria feed on sugars and starches in the mouth, producing digestive acids that break down the enamel.
Good oral hygiene and regular professional dental cleanings prevent cavities from damaging teeth. However, if severe tooth decay occurs, some patients can lose their teeth over time. We also provide restorative care if you need to repair your teeth or gums.
General Dentistry in Sahuarita, AZ
Our general dental treatments help reinforce good oral health habits and prevent problems like dental injuries, infections, and even tooth loss. Treatments can include:
Custom Mouthguards
If you or your child play contact sports like lacrosse, soccer, or football, you must wear an athletic mouthguard. Wearing a custom sports mouthguard protects the teeth and gums from hits to the face. Custom-made mouthguards also feel more comfortable and stay in the mouth, so patients don’t need to clench their teeth to protect their smiles.
Emergency Dentistry
Call our office for emergency dental care if you have a sudden or severe dental problem. With emergency dental services, we can plan treatments to replace missing teeth, address bleeding, and replace broken restorations. Call us with your symptoms and we will help you get prompt dental care.
Family Dentistry
Our family-friendly dental office provides dental care for every stage of life. From fluoride and sealants to complete dental restorations, we can meet the needs of patients of all ages. We provide family dentistry services to prevent dental problems.
For younger patients, we provide sealants and fluoride treatment. As you age, you may need more restorative or cosmetic treatments for damaged and lost teeth. We will work with you to meet your needs.
Dental Sedation
Sedation dentistry provides comfortable, relaxing patient care during oral surgery or lengthy dental procedures. Under dental sedation, patients feel relaxed and may even fall asleep, depending on the type of sedation. We ensure your comfort and safety under sedation so you can have effective treatment.
Tooth Extraction
If we cannot save an infected or impacted tooth, we will recommend a tooth extraction. We ensure patients feel comfortable during extraction treatment with local anesthesia or sedation. Removing impacted wisdom teeth can prevent tooth damage and the spread of infection. We can also replace severely infected teeth with durable implants, which replace teeth at the root.
General Dentistry FAQs
We welcome you to discover more about our general dentistry services in Sahuarita, AZ, with answers to these popular questions:
Do I need my wisdom teeth removed?
Although we will remove wisdom teeth in most cases, sometimes, patients will not require wisdom teeth removal. We will remove wisdom teeth if they cause pain or discomfort. Additionally, we will remove wisdom teeth if they impact other natural teeth and have trouble emerging properly.
How often should I visit the dentist?
You should visit our dentist every six months. Dental visits twice a year help us keep track of your dental concerns and health. If we find signs of dental problems at your visit, we can provide early dental care to prevent worse problems over time. Cleanings also help remove harmful bacteria from hard-to-reach areas you can’t remove with brushing or flossing alone.
Are dental cleanings painful?
Professional dental cleanings should not hurt. Gum sensitivity or tooth pain is often a sign of a dental problem like gum disease, tooth wear, or decay. Please let us know if you feel pain during your cleaning, and we will examine your smile for these problems.
How do I know if I need emergency dental care?
If you have a sudden, severe dental problem, you need emergency dental treatment. Common dental emergencies include severe pain, continuous bleeding, lost teeth, and broken restorations. However, if you have a medical problem that requires care first, contact a hospital. After your medical treatment, we can provide dental care.
Contact Our Sahuarita Office
Do you need to make a dental appointment? Call 520-412-9162 or schedule your next dental consultation online. Dr. Morris serves patients from the Sahuarita and Tucson, AZ, areas. If you have more questions for us, let us know at your next office visit.