South River Dental Care

Preventative Dentistry

Preventative Dentistry

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Dental Cleaning

A dental cleaning is a professional cleaning you receive from a dentist or dental hygienist. Most dental cleanings take only between 25 and 30 minutes. Cleanings should be performed every six months to prevent excessive plaque buildup. Plaque left untreated can lead to unhealthy gums and tooth decay. A routine dental cleaning should include scaling, root planing, and polishing.


Scaling is the process of removing plaque and tartar from all tooth surfaces in a variety of methods, depending on the amount of plaque and tartar.


Dental hygienists traditionally perform scaling by hand. However, new and advanced technology has led to more modern methods such as electric scalers. This sophisticated tool allows dental cleanings to be performed more efficiently and in less time. To achieve the best results, both electric and manual scaling methods are combined for dental cleanings.

Dental Cleaning

A dental cleaning is a professional cleaning you receive from a dentist or dental hygienist. Most dental cleanings take only between 25 and 30 minutes. Cleanings should be performed every six months to prevent excessive plaque buildup. Plaque left untreated can lead to unhealthy gums and tooth decay. A routine dental cleaning should include scaling, root planing, and polishing.


Scaling is the process of removing plaque and tartar from all tooth surfaces in a variety of methods, depending on the amount of plaque and tartar.


Dental hygienists traditionally perform scaling by hand. However, new and advanced technology has led to more modern methods such as electric scalers. This sophisticated tool allows dental cleanings to be performed more efficiently and in less time. To achieve the best results, both electric and manual scaling methods are combined for dental cleanings.

Pediatric Prevention Care

At South River Dental Care, we understand that pediatric preventive care, or well-child care, is crucial for ensuring your child's health and happiness. This proactive approach not only identifies potential health issues early but also supports their physical, mental, and emotional development. During regular check-ups, our friendly team performs thorough physical exams, checks vision and hearing, and administers essential immunizations to guard against infectious diseases. We monitor your child's growth and development, tackling any concerns along the way. Plus, we offer valuable advice on nutrition, exercise, and safety, empowering families to foster healthy habits from an early age. Let's work together for a bright, healthy future!

Sleep Apnea

At South River Dental Care, we understand the significant impact sleep apnea can have on your overall well-being. Sleep apnea, a disorder marked by pauses in breathing or reduced airflow during slumber, often results from the collapse of soft tissues in the throat. Our skilled dentists are trained to identify the telltale signs of sleep-disordered breathing, such as snoring and teeth grinding. Let's work together to improve your sleep quality and enhance your health—because a good night’s sleep is vital for a vibrant life!

Sleep Apnea

At South River Dental Care, we understand the significant impact sleep apnea can have on your overall well-being. Sleep apnea, a disorder marked by pauses in breathing or reduced airflow during slumber, often results from the collapse of soft tissues in the throat. Our skilled dentists are trained to identify the telltale signs of sleep-disordered breathing, such as snoring and teeth grinding. Let's work together to improve your sleep quality and enhance your health—because a good night’s sleep is vital for a vibrant life!

Transform Your Sleep

Sleep Apnea Oral Appliances

At South River Dental Care, we understand that a good night's sleep is priceless. A sleep apnea oral appliance not only reduces or eliminates snoring, but it also improves your breathing during those crucial sleep hours. By gently repositioning the jaw, these devices help reduce or even eliminate sleep apnea, allowing you to wake refreshed and energized. Say goodbye to restless nights and hello to restful sleep with our custom solutions—your ideal path to better health and well-being!

Night Guards / Mouth Guards

Custom-designed mouthguards and nightguards are made of flexible plastic and molded to fit the shape of your teeth. Mouthguards are recommended to protect the jaw and teeth during physical activity and sports such as boxing, football, basketball, or other activities where your mouth may get hit. In addition, these guards protect the soft tissues of your tongue, lips and cheek lining. Nightguards are also recommended for patients who clench or grind their teeth at night as a way to protect their teeth and bite.


If you have decided a guard is right for you, the dentist will take an impression of your teeth, which will then be sent to a lab to make a custom-fit guard for you. In most cases, you can choose from a variety of colors and styles for your guard. On average, guards last between 3 and 10 years.

Night Guards / Mouth Guards

Custom-designed mouthguards and nightguards are made of flexible plastic and molded to fit the shape of your teeth. Mouthguards are recommended to protect the jaw and teeth during physical activity and sports such as boxing, football, basketball, or other activities where your mouth may get hit. In addition, these guards protect the soft tissues of your tongue, lips and cheek lining. Nightguards are also recommended for patients who clench or grind their teeth at night as a way to protect their teeth and bite.


If you have decided a guard is right for you, the dentist will take an impression of your teeth, which will then be sent to a lab to make a custom-fit guard for you. In most cases, you can choose from a variety of colors and styles for your guard. On average, guards last between 3 and 10 years.

TMJ Treatment

TMJ stands for the temporal-mandibular joint. Temporal, as in the temple area of the skull; mandibular, as in mandible, or lower jaw; joint, as in where the head and jaw meet. Problems in this joint may be caused by a misalignment of the teeth, trauma, or excess muscle tension. Aside from the two bones that meet there, cartilage buffers them, and five muscles are involved in the area. If something goes wrong, a good deal of trouble can result.

TMJ Treatment

TMJ stands for the temporal-mandibular joint. Temporal, as in the temple area of the skull; mandibular, as in mandible, or lower jaw; joint, as in where the head and jaw meet. Problems in this joint may be caused by a misalignment of the teeth, trauma, or excess muscle tension. Aside from the two bones that meet there, cartilage buffers them, and five muscles are involved in the area. If something goes wrong, a good deal of trouble can result.

Relieve Jaw Pain

Unlock Comfort and Say Goodbye to Discomfort!

Dental treatments for the condition can include replacing missing teeth, moving teeth, adjusting the bite, filling gaps between teeth, etc. No one solution is right for all cases. Sometimes a plastic mouthpiece is used to prevent clenching or grinding that is contributing to the problem. If untreated and taken to extremes, surgery may be required to repair a badly damaged joint.


Problems in this area can cause:

  • Headaches


  • Earaches


  • Trouble/soreness in opening and closing the mouth


  • Clicking or popping of the jaw


  • Pain in the jaw muscles


  • Soreness in the area, sometimes extending to the face

Saliva Testing

We offer advanced salivary diagnostic testing to provide more targeted and effective treatment for our patients. For those who do not respond to traditional non-surgical periodontal therapy, this simple test, using a saliva swab, gives us a detailed report on the specific bacteria and pathogens in their oral microbiome. By analyzing this data, we can better understand the root cause of the persistent issue and create a personalized, evidence-based treatment plan to improve their periodontal health. This individualized approach moves beyond a one-size-fits-all solution, allowing us to deliver care that is precisely tailored to your unique needs.

Saliva Testing

We offer advanced salivary diagnostic testing to provide more targeted and effective treatment for our patients. For those who do not respond to traditional non-surgical periodontal therapy, this simple test, using a saliva swab, gives us a detailed report on the specific bacteria and pathogens in their oral microbiome. By analyzing this data, we can better understand the root cause of the persistent issue and create a personalized, evidence-based treatment plan to improve their periodontal health. This individualized approach moves beyond a one-size-fits-all solution, allowing us to deliver care that is precisely tailored to your unique needs.