General Dentistry

Preventative Dental Care

The best dental work is the dental work you never need. Prevention is the most cost-effective, most comfortable dentistry — and it's the heart of our practice.

Visit time60 min
Frequency2× yearly
AnesthesiaNot needed
InsuranceRoutinely 100% covered
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Overview

What it actually is.

Preventative dentistry is the package of routine care that keeps your mouth healthy: professional cleanings, comprehensive exams, X-rays, fluoride applications, dental sealants on back molars, and education on home care.

Most insurance plans cover preventative care at 100% — and the Minty Membership Plan was built specifically to make preventative care affordable for patients without insurance.

The best dental work is the dental work you never need. Prevention is the most cost-effective dentistry there is.

What to Expect

How the visit goes.

Every patient gets the same unhurried, step-by-step process. No surprises, no fine print — you know what's happening before it happens.

01 Step 01

Cleaning & polish

Twice-yearly professional cleaning removes plaque and tartar you cannot reach at home.

02 Step 02

Comprehensive exam

Every tooth, gum surface, and soft-tissue area is checked, with X-rays at recommended intervals.

03 Step 03

Fluoride & sealants

Targeted fluoride strengthens enamel; sealants protect the deep grooves of back molars from decay.

04 Step 04

Home-care coaching

We tailor brushing technique, flossing approach, and product recommendations to your specific mouth.

Why It Matters

What you get out of it.

The benefits aren't theoretical. Here's what changes for you in the weeks and months after treatment.

01

Lowest lifetime cost

A lifetime of preventative care typically costs less than treating a single major problem caught late.

02

Avoid pain

Most dental pain comes from problems that could have been caught earlier — preventative care is your buffer.

03

Whole-body health

Healthy gums are linked to lower risk of heart disease, diabetes complications, and other systemic conditions.

04

Keep your teeth for life

Patients who maintain twice-yearly visits keep nearly all of their natural teeth into their 70s and 80s.

Insurance & Pricing

Routinely 100% covered.

Most PPO plans cover preventative care at 100% — no out-of-pocket cost. Without insurance, the Minty Membership Plan starts at $175/year and covers two cleanings, two exams, and X-rays.

Questions

The things everyone asks.

How often should I come in?
Twice yearly for cleanings and exams. Some patients with active gum disease, diabetes, or pregnancy benefit from a 3–4 month schedule.
What does the Minty Membership Plan include?
Two cleanings, two exams, and X-rays per year, plus 20% off all other treatments — for a flat monthly price designed for the uninsured.
Are sealants worth it for adults?
Sealants are most common in children but can be valuable for any adult with deep grooves on back molars that are prone to decay.
Related Services

Often paired with this.

Treatments that frequently come up alongside Preventative Dental — explore what's relevant to your case.

Ready to begin?

Walk-ins welcome. Or call ahead for the shortest wait.

(469) 759-6964