Cross Timbers Dental
Teeth Cleanings
Cross Timbers Dental has been offering general dental services to those in and around Flower Mound, Texas since 1999. We have three general dentists who perform restorative and cosmetic dentistry on patients of all ages. Additionally, we enlist the services of a dentist who specifically removes wisdom teeth and performs extractions.
We have a team of kind and gentle hygienists for your routine dental cleanings and non-surgical periodontal services.
Dental Cleanings
Our Cleaning Services
Routine Dental Cleanings
Routine dental cleanings are performed by one of our highly qualified dental hygienists. Our hygienists are thorough, yet gentle, making sure you have a comfortable cleaning experience. Typically, teeth cleanings are scheduled every 6 months, or more frequently if necessary.
Ultrasonic Cleaning
Our Pro-Select Ultrasonic Scaler uses ultrasonic vibrations to remove plaque, tartar, stains and bacteria from your teeth, even in areas below the gum line beyond the reach of ordinary hand instruments. The vibrations are strong enough to remove hard calculus and stains, but gentle enough not to harm your gums or teeth.
Sealants
Deep grooves and pits on the biting surfaces of back teeth are most susceptible to decay. We clean out these grooves and fill them with a resin sealant that acts as a protective coating, blocking out decay-causing bacteria and making teeth easier to clean.
Fluoride Treatment
In-office fluoride treatments offer extra protection against tooth decay. Fluoride is a mineral that can address the beginning of tooth decay in the microscopic stages. We offer foam treatments in a variety of appealing flavors applied in a mouth tray, or concentrated fluoride rinses for adults.
Digital X-Rays
We use only digital x-rays which produce high-quality results with much lower exposure — 50-90% less radiation than conventional film-based x-rays. Images appear instantaneously on the computer monitor, allowing us to immediately review findings with you.
Why Ultrasonic Cleaning?
When the tip of the ultrasonic scaler is placed near hard calculus, it easily breaks down and removes the build-up, reducing the need to scrape.
If you also suffer from gum disease, the Ultrasonic Cleaning is the first step in the prevention, treatment and control of periodontal disease. While reaching below the gum line to remove bacteria, it also flushes the area with a medicated wash.
The Ultrasonic Cleaning can improve the overall health and appearance of your gums, and leave your teeth feeling cleaner than ever.
Are X-Rays Really Necessary?
X-rays are necessary to detect decay between teeth and areas not visible to the naked eye. Since gum and bone problems happen slowly over time, they are often not felt or detected from the surface.
X-rays are also necessary for detecting bone loss and infections at root surfaces. If you are looking for a general dentist in Flower Mound, give us a call today to schedule an appointment for you and your whole family.