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A Lifetime of Oral Health
The Merriam Webster’s dictionary defines Preventive as something that prevents; especially: something used to prevent disease.1 But it’s more than just that – Preventive is a lifetime of oral health.
It’s a multi-faceted continuum that involves procedures, products, solutions, programs, and people, all working together to prevent disease and improve oral health. It’s also a commitment to doing everything we can to support and empower dental professionals in that effort.
Research shows that dental caries is the most prevalent disease in humans. Tooth decay is the #1 chronic health condition in children.1 And severe periodontal disease is found in 15–20% of adults ages 35 to 44.2 The importance of preventive care is now greater than ever, and we’re committed to providing the solutions, education, and support dental professionals need to make a difference in patients’ lives all over the world…and you’re a part of that difference!
Setup
Preventive is... Protecting your patients and your practice.
Proper set-up is the critical first step, setting the stage for a safer, more comfortable, and effective dental visit. It involves a series of careful procedures designed to protect patients from the spread of infectious diseases and protect practices from safety and compliance risks. Dentsply Sirona preventive products play a key role in this effort. Our PracticeProtect range offers an extensive range of scientifically tested and clinically proven products—and support—designed to help dental professionals create a safer environment for their patients and practices. It’s all part of our ongoing commitment to improving the entire continuum of preventive care.
Diagnosis
Preventive is...making the right diagnosis.
Dentsply Sirona offers innovative solutions and support to help dental professionals diagnose problems earlier and more accurately, with greater comfort for the patient. Our easy-to-use intra-oral radiographic positioning systems and accessories allow you to capture quality diagnostic images efficiently and comfortably for your patients whether you’re using film, phosphor plates or digital sensors. Because the earlier the problems are diagnosed, the better.
Anethestics
Preventive is...making the patient comfortable.
Minimizing pain and patient discomfort is a goal of every dental professional—and a priority for Dentsply Pharmaceutical. That’s why we’ve developed products like Oraqix. It’s the only FDA-approved non-injectable anesthetic indicated for use during scaling and root planing (SRP). Research shows that 70% of periodontal SRP patients preferred Oraqix gel to injectable anesthesia.3
Scaling
Preventive is....scaling comfortably and efficiently.
Dentsply Sirona offers customizable solutions that are designed to make the scaling procedure more effective—and a better experience for patients and dental professionals. Take our Cavitron 300 Ultrasonic Scaling System and FitGrip Inserts, for example—two innovative solutions that dental professionals can rely on. Research shows that patients and dental professionals alike experience less pressure and greater comfort using ultrasonic rather than hand instruments.4 When procedures like scaling are more comfortable, patients are more likely to visit their dentists regularly.
Polishing
Preventive is...giving patients more reasons to smile.
Dentsply Sirona offers innovative products for cleaning and polishing teeth to keep patients healthy and looking their best. Take our Nupro polishing portfolio, for example. This complete line of polishing handpieces, prophy angles, cups, and pastes is fast, easy to use and effective in removing stain. Nupro polishing makes the experience more comfortable for dental professionals and for patients. That way, patients are more likely to visit their dentists regularly to help maintain a lifetime of oral health.
Treatments
Preventive is...promoting a lifetime of oral health.
Dentsply Sirona offers innovative treatments that help protect patients’ teeth and improve their appearance and comfort. Our Nupro treatment family includes a variety of fluoride and whitening products—available in many different forms, popular with dental practices throughout the world. Scientifically tested and clinically proven, Nupro treatments are easy to apply, convenient to use, and help make patients feel more confident about their smile and oral health.
1, 2. WHO GlobalOral Health Database
3. Van Steenberg D, Bercy P, DeBoiver J, et al. (2004). Patient evaluation of a noninjectable anesthetic gel: a multicenter crossover study comparing the gel to infiltration anesthesia during scaling and/or root planning. J Periodontal, 75(11):147-478.
4. Patient Preference for Ultrasonic or Hand Instruments in Periodontal Maintenance International Journal of Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry 2003: 23 #6
