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Delaware County, PA · Drexel Hill · Norwood · Collingdale

Preventive & Family Dentistry

Preventive care is the least expensive dentistry you will ever have. Two visits a year catches decay while it is still a small filling and catches gum disease while it is still reversible. We see whole families, often back to back, so one trip covers everybody.

Signs this may be right for you

  • It has been more than a year since your last cleaning
  • Gums that bleed when you brush or floss
  • Bad breath that does not go away
  • Sensitivity to cold or sweet foods
  • A child who has never seen a dentist

What treatment involves

Exams and digital X-rays

A full check of teeth, gums, bite and soft tissues, including an oral cancer screening. Digital X-rays use far less radiation than older film and we show you the images on screen.

Cleanings and gum therapy

Routine cleanings for healthy mouths, and deeper scaling and root planing when gum disease has set in, followed by a maintenance schedule that keeps it from returning.

Children's dentistry

Gentle first visits, sealants, fluoride and cavity care in a way that does not frighten kids. No scolding, ever — for children or their parents.

Fillings and everyday repairs

Tooth-colored composite fillings that blend in, plus repairs to chipped teeth and failing older restorations.

Common questions about preventive & family dentistry

I have not been to a dentist in years. Will you judge me?
No. That is a promise our patients repeat in their reviews. We look at where things stand today, tell you plainly what needs attention, and build a plan you can afford.
How often should we come in?
Every six months for most people. If you have gum disease, diabetes or a history of frequent cavities, we may recommend every three to four months.
What age should my child first see the dentist?
Around their first birthday, or when the first teeth come in. Early visits are short, friendly and mostly about getting comfortable in the chair.

Other treatments

Next step

Ask us about preventive & family dentistry

Tell us which office suits you and when you are free. Our front desk will call you back to confirm and check your insurance before the visit.

We answer requests during office hours. Please do not include sensitive medical details. If this is an emergency, call us instead.