{"id":111,"date":"2013-12-03T21:51:45","date_gmt":"2013-12-03T21:51:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.drsarariechers.com\/\/?page_id=111"},"modified":"2023-08-15T14:15:25","modified_gmt":"2023-08-15T21:15:25","slug":"prevention","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/drsarariechers.com\/?page_id=111","title":{"rendered":"Prevention"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\">[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text width=&#8221;750&#8243; align=&#8221;center&#8221;]\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 22px;\">What&#8217;s The Best Way To Save Time, Money and Stay Out Of Pain? Prevention!<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Compassionate Dentistry has a simple philosophy for our Grants Pass community:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Preventing dental disease is always easier than treating it.<\/li>\n<li>Prevention saves our patients time, money, and keeps them out of pain.<\/li>\n<li>Education is empowering, and an empowered patient will work hard to stay healthy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5697&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; img_caption=&#8221;Be true to your teeth, otherwise, they may be false to you!&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]We love to see our patients, but we don\u2019t enjoy seeing them in pain or stressing about how much dental treatment might cost. The foundation for preventing oral disease starts at home with good habits like brushing and flossing every day so that bacteria are removed from the tooth surface.\u00a0 Habits are formed early by children, so it is important that prevention be a <a title=\"Family Dentist\" href=\"http:\/\/drsarariechers.com\/family-dentist\/\">family undertaking<\/a>. You are the most important person when it comes to your dental health!<\/p>\n<p>Early detection is the next step, because it prevents disease from going further.\u00a0 When a problem is identified early, it can usually be addressed simply and inexpensively.\u00a0 Dr. Sara Riechers and her <a title=\"Home\" href=\"http:\/\/drsarariechers.com\/\">Grants Pass dental team<\/a> use advanced digital imaging technology to create high-resolution radiographs that allow them to detect potential problems while using lower radiation than traditional film x-rays.\u00a0 Together, dental imaging and a thorough exam by Dr. Riechers yield timely detection and diagnosis of disease before it causes more damage, tooth loss, or pain.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5698&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text width=&#8221;750px&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221;]Afraid of even simple exams or cleanings? We have several options and techniques for working with <a title=\"Sedation\" href=\"http:\/\/www.drsarariechers.com\/sedation\/\">dental anxiety<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Maintenance of oral health is essential.\u00a0 Our gentle, experienced hygienist will keep you comfortable while she cleans your teeth.\u00a0 Regular cleanings remove the layer of bacteria (plaque) that hardens into tartar (calculus), which cannot be removed by brushing alone.\u00a0 Calculus provides a surface for bacteria to grow on, so its removal can prevent disease.<\/p>\n<p>Our dental hygienist uses techniques such as ultrasonic scaling, hand scaling, and polishing to clean your teeth.\u00a0 She will also examine the health of your gum tissue.\u00a0 Removal of plaque and calculus helps to prevent cavities, further calculus build-up, and gum disease such as gingivitis (inflammation of gums) and periodontitis (bone loss). While brushing and flossing are crucial for oral health, only a professional dental cleaning will remove calculus.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5696&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text width=&#8221;750&#8243;]During your cleaning and exam, Dr. Riechers and the rest of our team will work hard to make sure you are comfortable and that all of your questions are answered.\u00a0 We want to make sure you are informed about the status of your family\u2019s oral health and understand all of your options.\u00a0 Dental education is a priority for our office.\u00a0 The more our patients understand, the more we earn their trust and open communication, and the better we can all work together to prevent dental disease.<\/p>\n<p>Despite our best intentions, life happens. Sometimes even the most avid brusher and flosser will experience trauma, oral disease, or pain.\u00a0 Here at Compassionate Dentistry, we understand that preventing dental problems is not always possible, so we have a full suite of dental treatment options that we can use to match your personal, medical, and financial situation. There are many affordable and aesthetic options for <a title=\"Restoration\" href=\"http:\/\/drsarariechers.com\/restoration\/\">restoring damaged teeth<\/a> or replacing missing teeth.<\/p>\n<p>Call our office today at <a href=\"tel:5419562177\">541-956-2177<\/a> to speak with our friendly Patient Care Specialist, who will schedule an appointment and give you 50% off your initial exam and x-rays for new patients and their families.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1644515148998{border-top-width: 4px !important;padding-top: 40px !important;background-color: #ededed !important;border-top-color: #9b9b9b !important;border-top-style: solid !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1644953615102{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Recent Posts<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"wpex-post-cards wpex-post-cards-blog_9\"><div class=\"wpex-post-cards-grid wpex-row wpex-clr\"><div class=\"wpex-post-cards-entry post-5093 type-post col col-1 span_1_of_3 cat-17\"><div class=\"wpex-card-blog_9\"><div class=\"wpex-card-inner wpex-bg-white wpex-border-2 wpex-border-solid wpex-border-gray-200\"><div class=\"wpex-card-media \"><div class=\"wpex-card-thumbnail wpex-relative\"><a href=\"https:\/\/drsarariechers.com\/?p=5093\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"429\" src=\"https:\/\/drsarariechers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/12-31.jpg\" class=\"wpex-align-middle\" alt=\"Dental consultation\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpex-card-details wpex-p-25 wpex-last-mb-0\"><h2 class=\"wpex-card-title wpex-heading wpex-text-lg wpex-font-bold wpex-mb-15\"><a href=\"https:\/\/drsarariechers.com\/?p=5093\">Why Dental Cleanings are Essential for Optimal Oral Health<\/a><\/h2><div class=\"wpex-card-excerpt wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-mb-15\"><p>At Compassionate Dentistry of Grants Pass, Oregon, we believe in the importance of maintaining good oral health through regular dental&hellip;<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wpex-card-more-link wpex-font-semibold\"><a href=\"https:\/\/drsarariechers.com\/?p=5093\">Continue reading &rarr;<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpex-post-cards-entry post-3510 type-post col col-2 span_1_of_3 cat-44 cat-17 cat-39 post_tag-22 post_tag-21 post_tag-27 post_tag-35 post_tag-28 post_tag-36 post_tag-23 post_tag-34\"><div class=\"wpex-card-blog_9\"><div class=\"wpex-card-inner wpex-bg-white wpex-border-2 wpex-border-solid wpex-border-gray-200\"><div class=\"wpex-card-media \"><div class=\"wpex-card-thumbnail wpex-relative\"><a href=\"https:\/\/drsarariechers.com\/?p=3510\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/drsarariechers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/fun-kids-dentistry.webp\" class=\"wpex-align-middle\" alt=\"Young Girl In Chair with Dentist with Sunglasses On\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drsarariechers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/fun-kids-dentistry.webp 600w, https:\/\/drsarariechers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/fun-kids-dentistry-300x240.webp 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpex-card-details wpex-p-25 wpex-last-mb-0\"><h2 class=\"wpex-card-title wpex-heading wpex-text-lg wpex-font-bold wpex-mb-15\"><a href=\"https:\/\/drsarariechers.com\/?p=3510\">How to Identify Common Dental Issues<\/a><\/h2><div class=\"wpex-card-excerpt wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-mb-15\"><p>Bright white teeth and fresh breath are a winning combination. 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