MI is effective because it helps you and your dental team work together to reduce the impact of daily life on your teeth.
They may ask you questions about your overall health, diet or lifestyle and discuss how these can impact on your teeth and gums, offering advice and tips about how to improve your oral health.
It’s about getting involved, so do ask your dental professional about your care and treatment.
What is involved in MI care?
Treatments, care, advice and products – they all fall into the category of MI dentistry – from regular check-ups to more complex diagnostic tests and simple procedures including:
- Regular professional tooth cleaning to remove calculus (tartar) and benefit gum health
- Individual advice on how to improve your oral health through small lifestyle changes as well as using the products that suit you best
- Fissure sealants and varnishes to help prevent cavity formation in back teeth
- Simple tests of your saliva and dental plaque to assess your risk of future problems
- Air abrasion techniques for least invasive treatment
- Creams, gels and other products to apply to your teeth
