Love Dentistry | Love Dentistry

As the growing concerns over the Coronavirus (COVID-19) spreads, we want to help put your mind at ease as you continue to care for your oral health at Love Dentistry. The health and well-being of our patients and staff remain our top priority.

If you are visiting our office here is what you need to know:

Love Dentistry team is sanitizing the entire building at regular intervals throughout the day. We are paying careful attention to door knobs, light switches, countertops and other ‘high traffic’ surfaces and areas.
A hand sanitizer station is provided for your safety and convenience in the reception area, each patient room and thru-out our office.
We commit to staying on track of developments through the CDC, and will take any precautions necessary in order to protect our clients, team and visitors.
If you have an upcoming appointment and have recently traveled outside of the country, we ask that you have been self-quarantined for 14 days and symptom free before coming to your appointment.
We have removed all magazines and shared items from our reception area and operatories
In addition, if you are limiting your exposure to the public or would like to reschedule your appointment, we will be happy to do that.

As we continue to move through this situation, we encourage all patients and our team to take preventative measures such as:

Wash your hands often, for at least 20 seconds, with soap and warm water.
If patients wish to sit in their car instead of the waiting area, just call or text office to let us know you are here for you appointment and we will call or text you when we are ready to bring you back to the patient rooms.
Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
Stay home if you are sick, except to get medical care. If you must go out, wear a face mask.
Cover coughs and sneezes. Throw used tissues in the trash.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily.

For up-to-the-minute information on Coronavirus/COVID-19, and how to protect yourself and your family, please visit the www.cdc.gov

This is a constantly changing situation. We will be continuously monitoring CDC recommendations, American Dental Association recommendations, and forums with our professional colleagues. If there are any questions, feel free to call our office at 360-752-1600 or email us directly at [email protected]

The American Dental Association recommends all patients to schedule routine six-month check-up exams. This is particularly important for growing children.

At your visit, we will screen your child’s mouth for tooth decay and gum disease. Regular professional dental cleanings are essential for a healthy mouth. During your child’s dental cleaning, we will gently remove any buildup of plaque or tartar to help prevent tooth decay.

During this visit, our team will spend time discussing proper brushing technique and oral hygiene with your child. Depending on your child’s age, we may also teach them about the correct use of floss and mouthwash. Our team members are friendly, patient, and great with kids, and will answer every question.

We may recommend that fluoride be applied to the teeth as part of your child’s treatment. Topical fluoride is used to strengthen enamel and make teeth more resistant to tooth decay.

Sealants are highly effective in preventing tooth decay and cavities on your molars and premolars. These areas are the most susceptible to cavities due to the anatomized grooves.

Typically, children get sealants on their permanent molars and premolars as soon as these teeth come in. These sealants can protect the teeth through the cavity-prone years of ages 6 to 14. However, adults without decay or fillings in their molars can also benefit from sealants.

The process of applying sealants is easy and fast. The application steps are as follows:

Your child’s teeth are thoroughly cleaned
The teeth are dried
A liquid solution is put on the chewing surfaces of the teeth
The solution is cured using a special curing light

Sealants act as a barrier and protect the enamel from plaque and acids. They may last for several years before a reapplication is needed. As long as the sealant remains intact, the tooth surface will be protected from decay.

Sealants are not a substitute for brushing your teeth. It is important to maintain proper oral hygiene and keep up with professional dental cleanings. Also, sealants do not protect between the teeth, so it is essential to continue to floss daily.

Without proper dental care, children are susceptible to oral decay. Healthy smiles should not stop at our Bellingham dental office. Our experienced and caring team will educate you and your child on how to make good food choices and how to properly brush and floss at home.

Our expert dentist in Bellingham and our knowledgeable team have the experience and qualifications to care for your child’s teeth, gums and mouth throughout various stages of childhood. For more information or to request an appointment, contact our dental office in Bellingham today.