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4445 Lacey Blvd SE
Lacey, WA 98503

Hours

  • Monday: 8:00AM to 5:00PM
  • Tuesday: 7:00AM to 2:00PM
  • Wednesday: 7:00AM to 3:30PM
  • Thursday: 7:00AM to 3:30PM
  • Friday: 7:00AM to 2:00PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed
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    • Home
    • About
      • About Our Practice
      • Privacy Policy
    • Patient Information
    • Services
      • View all Services
      • Dental Fillings
      • Dental Checkup
      • Dental Cleaning and Examinations
      • Dental Crowns and Dental Bridges
      • Dental Implants
      • Dental Veneers and Dental Laminates
      • Emergency Dentist
      • Kid Friendly Dentist
      • Oral Surgery
      • Periodontics
      • Root Canal Treatment
      • Teeth Whitening
    • Patient Education
      • Blog
      • Dental Anxiety
      • Do I Have Sleep Apnea?
      • Do I Need a Root Canal?
      • I Think My Gums Are Receding
      • Improve Your Smile for Senior Pictures
      • Options For Replacing Missing Teeth
      • Oral Cancer Screening
      • Oral Hygiene Basics
      • Post-Op Care for Dental Implants
      • Preventative Dental Care
      • The Dental Implant Procedure
      • What Can I Do to Improve My Smile?
      • What Should I Do If I Chip My Tooth?
      • When Is a Tooth Extraction Necessary?
      • Why Are My Gums Bleeding?
      • Will I Need a Bone Graft for Dental Implants?
      • Wisdom Teeth Extraction
    • Special Offers
    • Testimonials
    • Contact Us

Our Address

4445 Lacey Blvd SE
Lacey, WA 98503

Hours

Monday: 8:00AM to 5:00PM
Tuesday: 7:00AM to 2:00PM
Wednesday: 7:00AM to 3:30PM
Thursday: 7:00AM to 3:30PM
Friday: 7:00AM to 2:00PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
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    Dental Cleaning and Examinations

    At Herbert E. Todd, DDS PLLC, we provide dental cleanings and examinations to patients throughout Lacey. We believe that preventative care is essential for staying in good oral health. Our goal is to keep our patients as healthy as possible. The best way to do so is through ongoing dental care and teaching our patients how to practice good oral hygiene at home. If you live in the 98503 area, call (360) 491-2532 to schedule your exam and to learn how you can stay healthy year-round.

    Dental Cleanings and Examinations for Children

    Dr. Todd works with patients of various ages and knows how to help children to feel comfortable while visiting the dentist. Families throughout Washington visit our dentist office to for their child to receive a teeth cleaning. We recommend that teeth cleanings and exams start from a very young age. This is important for ensuring that baby teeth grow in properly and stay healthy until the adult teeth are ready to come in. People may not realize how important healthy baby teeth are. Children can get cavities and gum disease just like adults do. The difference being that children are less capable of understanding or dealing with discomfort. We recommend that parents throughout Lacey bring their children in for dental cleanings and examinations at least twice a year. This way, we can remove harmful plaque and bacteria in order to prevent cavities.

    While cleaning children’s teeth, our staff will be sure to practice gentle dentistry. By building a rapport with our young patients, they will feel more relaxed during their dental appointments. Thus, visiting the dentist becomes fun instead of intimidating. We also recommend that parents take the time to read stories about going to the dentist and play games by teaching children how to examine their toy’s teeth. These little steps can help children to feel comfortable when getting their own teeth cleaned. By doing so twice a year, their baby teeth are more likely to stay in until they are supposed to fall out, and their adult teeth will also stay healthier. If you have questions about scheduling an appointment for your child call 360-491-2532.

    Lacey Dental Cleaning and Examinations

    Adults
    We recommend that adults throughout Lacey WA receive teeth cleanings at least twice a year, as well. Good oral health is important regardless of how old you are. As people age, their risk for an oral infection continues to increase. The older teeth get, the more the protective enamel starts to wear away, and it can become easier to get a cavity. The best way to combat this is by brushing and flossing throughout the day in addition to visiting the dentist on a regular basis. We offer flexible appointment times so that you can schedule an appointment around your work or family schedule, making it easier than ever to get a teeth cleaning.

    Sensitive Teeth
    At Herbert E. Todd, DDS PLLC, we practice gentle dentistry and provide teeth cleanings for patients with sensitive teeth. Many adults avoid visiting the dentist due to concern that their teeth will hurt or feel worse during the exam or subsequent cleaning. When working with the right dentist, you can feel comfortable regardless of how sensitive your teeth are.

    If you live in Washington, it is important to understand the reason that teeth become sensitive. Very often, it is due to the enamel on the outside of the teeth wearing away. Enamel can wear away due to age, what you eat and improper oral health care. While brushing with desensitizing toothpaste can help, you need to continue visiting the dentist to ensure that your teeth and gums stay healthy. Otherwise, the sensitivity can increase. During your dental exam, let us know about the discomfort you are feeling so that we can discuss ways to reduce it by using methods such as a fluoride treatment or sealant.

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    Preventing Emergencies
    Regularly scheduled dental cleaning and examinations can help to prevent a dental emergency. Many adults go far too long between visits to the dentist. As a year or two goes by, infections can develop that create a painful situation and lead to dental emergencies. For example, a minor cavity can be corrected with minimal discomfort. However, if the infection spreads into the center of the tooth, the dental pulp can become infected and a root canal will become necessary. Fortunately, these types of infections can typically be avoided by scheduling an appointment twice a year with Dr. Todd. It is important to keep in mind that healthy teeth are also less likely to become damaged or injured. By staying in good health, you can prevent teeth from becoming cracked or chipped during an accident.

    Education
    During the teeth cleaning and examination, we will also discuss ways that you can keep your teeth and gums healthy at home. At Herbert E. Todd, DDS PLLC, we believe that good oral hygiene at home is important to do in conjunction with visiting our office. We recommend that you use a soft toothbrush to brush your teeth twice a day and use fluoride toothpaste. This will keep harmful sugar and bacteria off of your teeth and the fluoride will help to strengthen them. You will also benefit from flossing daily to get food particles and bacteria out of hard to reach places. Following up with an antibacterial mouthwash will help to kill any remaining germs.

    Your diet is also important to good oral health. Make sure to drink plenty of water and eat a diet that contains dairy products, lean protein, green vegetables and complex carbs so that your body gets the nutrients it needs to stay healthy. We can provide additional tips and information during your dental cleaning and examinations. To schedule your appointment with Dr. Todd call 360-491-2532.

    Helpful Related Links

    • American Dental Association (ADA). Glossary of Dental Terms. 2015
    • American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry® (AACD). Home Page. 2015
    • WebMD. WebMD’s Oral Care Guide. 2015

    About our business, license, and website security

    • Herbert E. Todd, DDS PLLC was established in 1997
    • We accept the following payment methods: American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa
    • We serve patients from the following counties: Thurston County & Grays Harbor County
    • We serve patients from the following cities: Lacey, Olympia, East Olympia, Union Mill, South Bay, Yelm, Rochester, and Shelton

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