The health of the mouth affects your overall well-being. That’s why you cannot neglect your teeth and gums. Dentists in Newark, Dr. Donald T. Bond and Dr. Timothy D. Ganfield, possess the passion and the educational credentials for comprehensive dental care at White Clay Dental Associates. They completely agree with physicians at the Mayo Clinic who say your mouth is really a window into the rest of your body and how well it functions.
Oral/systemic Care Treats All of You
The team at your Newark dentist’s office knows that oral health does not exist or function isolated from the rest of your body. For instance, evidence in the scientific community documents how inflammation and oral bacteria from periodontitis, or advanced gum disease, play roles in:
- Cardiovascular disease
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Bone recession
- Osteoporosis
- Type-2 Diabetes
- Stroke
- Low-birth weight infants
- Dementia
- Alzheimer’s disease
- Heart valve problems
Plus, gum disease remains the number one cause of tooth loss among American adults. The Centers for Disease Control in Atlanta say people suffering from various degrees of periodontal disease number more than 47 million.
What may not be as well-known is how your family dentist in Newark concentrates on other critical oral health issues such as:
- TMJ (temporomandibular joint) syndrome
- Screening for oral cancer, a deadly malady affecting millions of Americans
- Snoring as a factor in diabetes, hypertension, obesity and memory/concentration problems
Armed with extensive training on these oral/systemic health issues, Dr. Donald Bond and Dr. Timothy Ganfield begin their dentist-patient relationships with a discussion of goals and concerns and also a thorough understanding of medical history, current medications, health conditions and past surgeries. Then, they proceed with preventive care as foundational to oral health.
Dental Services at White Clay Dental Associates
Drs. Bond and Ganfield offer oral examinations, hygienic cleanings and digital X-rays, along with restorative dentl treatments such as tooth-colored fillings, tooth scaling and root planing (deep cleaning of gum tissue), dental crowns, dentures and state-of-the-art dental implants. Studies show that missing teeth impact the strength and viability of remaining teeth and bone. So, the professionals at White Clay Dental Associates work hard to offer tooth replacement appropriate for each situation.
Additionally, the Newark dentists improve smile aesthetics (and patient self-confidence) with professional teeth whitening, 6-Month Smiles, Invisalign clear aligners, porcelain veneers and composite resin bonding. Singly or in combination, these cosmetic treatments take healthy smiles and repair defects that detract from personal appearance.
Care for Your Health by Caring for Your Mouth
Drs. Bond and Ganfield want each and every patient to understand the connection between oral health and overall wellness. The staff is dedicated to excellent, affordable care and patient education, too. That’s why White Clay Dental Associates was named Best of Delaware in 2015 by Delaware Today magazine.
To learn more about your mouth/ body relationship and to schedule your next exam and dental cleaning, contact White Clay Dental Associates. Appointment times are convenient for busy families and payment options are flexible, too.