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We welcome every member of your family – from youngsters making their first visit to the dentist to mature patients with more extensive dental health care needs. We are family-oriented people who understand families’ needs. Our goal is to make every patient feel comfortable and at home – including mom, dad, big sister, little brother and grandma and grandpa. Specialized care keeps families coming back.

Our comprehensive approach to dental health care begins during your first visit to our office. We believe it is essential to evaluate your overall dental health before initiating any specific treatments. Evaluations include medical history, digital x-rays, periodontal charting, a personal oral hygiene evaluation, home care review and discussion of special concerns and/or opportunities to improve your dental health.

The gym is a great place to start when you want to get your body in shape. When you want to optimize the function and form of your mouth and teeth, Dental Health by Herre is the place to begin. As dental health experts, we are committed to helping patients look and feel their best. Our dental team can help you get your mouth and teeth in shape so you can enjoy a lifetime of excellent oral health. Think of us as your personal trainer – helping you achieve a healthier smile. (And we will not make you sweat!)

This is part of every patient’s routine dental examination at Dental Health by Herre. Oral cancer is one of the most frequently diagnosed cancers in the United States. It can be deadly if treatment is delayed. Fortunately, when it is detected early, effective treatments are available. We are absolutely committed to reducing the risk of oral cancer for every patient by performing regular screenings.

Fluoride helps prevent tooth decay by making teeth more resistant to acid attacks from plaque bacteria and sugars in the mouth. It also reverses early decay. It is important for children between the ages of 6 months and 16 years to be exposed to fluoride. These are the timeframes during which the primary and permanent teeth come in. However, adults benefit from fluoride too. Flouride is often found in foods and water, but that is simply not enough. New research indicates that topical fluoride plays a significant role in fighting tooth decay and strengthening developing teeth. Best of all, flouride application is fast, easy and painless!

Professional cleanings, performed every six months, are one of the most important steps you can take to improve your dental health. We use the most advanced technology and products to remove stubborn stains, tartar and residual build up from your teeth and gums. Everyone has different needs so we customize each patient’s cleaning. All you have to do is sit back and relax while our team restores your pearly whites to a lustrous shine.

We use state-of-the-art digital x-ray equipment to ensure a prompt and accurate diagnosis for every patient. Digital technology makes it possible to instantly display images of your mouth and teeth on a monitor so that we can review the results with you. Digital x-rays use lower doses of radiation – a health benefit that we believe patients appreciate. They’re also more environmentally friendly since the need for chemical processing is eliminated.

If you’ve got game, we’ve got guards! We design and supply customized mouth guards for patients who play sports. Mouth guards minimize the risk of serious oral or facial injuries and are highly recommended for athletes who participate in contact sports. Because they are uniquely fabricated and molded to the contours of your mouth, the guards we offer are far more effective than the universal styles available at sporting goods stores.