Here’s a truth worth smiling about: the most powerful thing you can do for your oral health costs less than most dental problems. Preventive care is all about staying ahead of cavities, gum disease, and other issues so they never get a chance to take hold in the first place.
At Enhance Dental Centre in Kitsilano, Vancouver, we believe your best dental experience is one where we don’t find much to fix, because we’ve helped you prevent it all along.
Our preventive care services are designed to protect your teeth and gums at every stage of life:
You do a great job at home, but even the best brushers and flossers can’t remove tartar (hardened plaque) once it forms. Only professional tools can do that. Our registered dental hygienists use gentle but thorough techniques to clean areas your toothbrush simply can’t reach.
A professional cleaning every 6 months helps prevent cavities, fights gum disease before it starts, removes surface staining for a brighter smile, and gives us a chance to spot anything unusual early on.
We get it — life gets busy, and dental appointments can feel like a low priority. But skipping routine care can turn a $150 cleaning into a $1,500 root canal or a $3,000 implant. Preventive care isn’t just good for your smile, it’s smart for your budget.
Early detection of tooth decay, gum disease, or oral cancer can literally save your teeth, and in some cases, much more.
Everyone — from toddlers to seniors! Preventive care is the foundation of lifelong oral health. We welcome patients of all ages at Enhance Dental Centre, and we tailor every visit to your unique needs, history, and goals.
A: Most adults benefit from cleanings every 6 months. If you have a history of gum disease, your hygienist may recommend every 3–4 months for maintenance.
A: For most patients, it’s completely comfortable — just a bit of scraping and polishing. If you have sensitive gums, let us know and we’ll adjust our approach.
A: A regular cleaning addresses the surfaces of teeth above and just below the gumline. A deep cleaning (scaling and root planing) goes deeper to treat gum disease. Your hygienist will recommend what’s right for you.
A: Absolutely. Bad breath (halitosis) is often caused by bacteria buildup that professional cleanings remove. Good preventive care combined with proper home hygiene can make a significant difference.
A: Yes! We love seeing young patients and helping them build healthy habits early. Early preventive visits set kids up for a lifetime of healthy smiles.
