Preventive Dentistry
Protect Your Teeth with Preventive Dentistry
Preventive dentistry helps stop cavities and gum disease—the leading causes of tooth loss—before they get worse. Gum disease affects about 80% of adults and often progresses without pain, so many don’t notice it until serious symptoms appear. By then, treatment may be more difficult.
Regular dental checkups are key to catching problems early and protecting your teeth long-term.
Prevention Is Better Than Cure
Modern healthcare focuses on early detection. Treating dental issues before they cause pain helps preserve your natural teeth and avoid more serious procedures later.
The Oral Spa Treatment is one of the premium cleaning services we offer at Agape Dental, and it’s designed to be both effective and relaxing. We use advanced tools like the air polisher to gently remove plaque, biofilm, and surface stains—kind of like giving your teeth a deep, refreshing cleanse. What makes it special is the focus on comfort. It’s not just a cleaning—it’s more like a spa experience for your mouth.
Fluoride is a natural element found in small amounts in things like seaweed, fish, and tea. It helps build strong bones and teeth, and it’s one of the most effective ways to prevent cavities.
How Does Fluoride Help?
- Fights cavity-causing bacteria by reducing acid production in your mouth.
- Strengthens tooth enamel, making it more resistant to acid.
- Supports enamel repair by helping replace lost minerals like calcium and phosphorus.
How to Make Fluoride Work Better for You
Since your teeth lose minerals daily, it’s best to keep fluoride in your mouth as long as possible to help with constant protection and repair.
- Use the right amount of toothpaste – enough for your age, but not too much. Too much can cause foaming and make you think you're done too soon.
- Brush for 3 minutes – a longer brush helps more fluoride stay on your teeth.
- Rinse lightly – after brushing, use just a small sip of water (5–15ml) and swish for about 5 seconds. This helps keep fluoride working after you spit.