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Oral Health

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J.M.

Dr. Leach did a magnificent job on my teeth. He did some bonding to fill in some spaces and my teeth look just perfect. I am completely happy with the great job he did! He also did the work with no discomfort whatsoever and without even numbing. I was very comfortable the whole time.

J.M.

Traci S.

Thank you for everything leading up to and the day of my visit for Bioclear. I’m so happy with the results from the procedure and I appreciate all of the information everyone provided during the process. Thanks so much to you, Dr. Leach, for investing your time and talents in making this procedure available in our state. I’m very grateful for all of the kindness and care everyone gave to me. The office visits, phone conversations, and really all of my interactions with your office were very positive and put me at ease. Thank you so much for all that you all do!

Traci S.

P.K.

Thank you all for your great service, kind care, and sweet attitudes. I love being your patient, blessings!

P.K.

Stephanie R.

Today I have a smile I am confident in. I chose Bioclear because it does not damage the teeth and it can be done in one appointment. I felt very comfortable with Dr. Leach and his staff. He listened to me and customized the treatment to my liking.

Stephanie R.

D.D.

After recent orthodontic treatment I ended up with black triangles between my lower front teeth. After doing some research online, I found out that Dr. Leach was a certified Bioclear Doctor. I drove 7 hours to have him treat my lower black triangles. I am beyond happy with the job he did! So worth the trip! Thank you so much for the beautiful outcome and the stress free and pain free experience!

D.D.

C.R.

Wow, my dental appointments were actually looked at as a pleasant experience, since Dr. Leach and his staff are so capable and sincere – and there was no discomfort as one usually expects.

C.R.

Katie W.

Dear Dr. Leach,  I just wanted to tell you thank you for my beautiful veneers! I love them and get compliments on them all the time. Thank you again!

Katie W.

K.H.

My family and I have been a client of Dr. Steven Leach for 13 years. He has been a very positive influence concerning oral health. After consulting with Dr. Leach concerning a very crooked front tooth, he advised me and we came to the conclusion that we need to crown the teeth. His staff was encouraging, very kind and helpful with the decisions that needed to be made. Dr. Leach took great care to make sure that everything went according to plan. When it was time to fit the new teeth he was meticulous and the outcome was beyond my wildest hopes. For the first time I had a smile that I could really be proud of. Dr. Leach’s expertise, his excellent staff, and the lab made what could have been a harrowing experience a very enjoyable one.
Thank you Dr. Leach, “She said with a smile”!

K.H.

K.S.

Dr. Leach and his staff accommodated me on short notice to help fix my chipped tooth. The tooth looks GREAT! Dr. Leach uses the latest techniques in dentistry and I am extremely happy to call him my dentist.

K.S.

What constitutes good “oral health?” No cavities? Well, that helps! But there’s more to a healthy smile than simply “no tooth decay.”

Oral Health is synonymous with:

  • A mouth free of disease
  • A properly functioning bite, and
  • A smile you can be confident in
Periodontal Disease

Oral health is a key component to your overall health in general.

One of the easiest ways to maintain good oral health is to prevent small problems from becoming big ones. Small problems become big ones when they are left undetected or untreated. They can also be be precursors to larger issues with your overall health. Gingivitis (gum inflammation) for example, can lead to periodontitis, (more serious gum disease) which can lead to missing teeth. Missing teeth can impact your overall nutrition and even (according to many studies) lead to increased risk of cardiovascular disease.

Brushing Teeth

What can you do to keep your mouth healthy?

Well, the best and most important thing to do for a healthy smile is a proper daily oral hygiene regimen. Regular brushing and flossing removes plaque and prevents it from building up. Bacteria love plaque. And bacteria are the root cause of oral health issues like gum disease. You should brush twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste, and floss at least once per day to remove plaque from between your teeth (where your toothbrush is less effective).

Your nutrition and lifestyle choices are important to oral health as well. Low sugar intake, regular exercise, not smoking and regular visits to Dr. Leach for checkups … these are all important choices you can make to improve your overall oral health.

How does Dentistry Help?

If you wait until you have a problem before you come visit Dr Leach, you’re already missing out on important oral health choices. Steven Leach Dental has a team of professionals and experts who are here to help you prevent small issues from growing. Your regular dental exams include oral cancer screenings. Dr Leach’s team will check for signs of tooth decay, gum disease and oral infection (all of which can lead to much bigger issues if left undetected or untreated). Dr. Leach’s expert hygienists will give your teeth a professional cleaning, which removes unhealthy deposits from hard-to-reach places. The team is happy to answer all your oral health questions.

So, don’t wait while small, treatable issues become increasingly problematic. Schedule regular checkups with Dr. Leach’s office. These checkups can save you time, money, and pain! We’re all on the same team, and our goal is to keep your teeth happy and healthy as long as possible!