General and family dentistry involves preventing dental problems from arising and helping patients of all ages maintain healthy smiles through ongoing care. At our Laurel, MD office, we strive to eliminate common dental woes like tooth decay and gum disease. We can often achieve this goal by providing regular checkups and cleanings for children and adults, as well as access to the latest hygiene products, techniques, and information. As a patient in our office, you can expect full-service dentistry from a dentist who truly cares!
At your exam, Dr. Spector may take digital X-rays, scan your teeth for decay, screen for oral cancer, examine your gum tissue, and show you intraoral images. Sometimes, patients benefit from short informational videos that offer simple explanations specific to their needs. If you snore, grind your teeth, or show early signs of gum disease, we may also suggest pro-active methods to restore or your oral health. Our entire team enjoys educating patients from 1 to 100, and we value the opportunity to help you gain a complete understanding of the general dental care you receive.
Dr. Spector's general dentistry services include:
Regular Exams
Dental care begins with a comprehensive review of your medical and dental histories, a head and neck examination, and a screening for oral cancer.
Professional Cleanings
Regular cleanings are essential for good looks and good dental hygiene. Rest assured that your comfort remains a top priority during every step of your professional cleaning.
Children’s Dentistry
Learning how to brush and floss correctly at a young age is vital to having a healthy mouth later in life. We recommend children as young as two begin regular children’s dentistry visits.
Dental Sealants
Thin plastic coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth can help prevent cavities and are primarily recommended for children and teens.
Migraine Treatment
The new FDA-approved NTI migraine headache prevention device is a drug-free way to relieve the pain of migraine headaches. The NTI is a small mouthpiece that snaps onto your two front teeth. It prevents you from clenching your back teeth and reduces the intensity of migraine-triggering muscle contractions. NTI devices are available only through trained dentists like Dr. Spector.
Sleep Apnea Treatment with TAP-3
Patients who have been diagnosed with sleep apnea now have a conservative treatment alternative to the traditional CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) device. Dr. Spector uses the TAP-3 (Thornton Adjustable Positioning) oral appliance to treat sleep apnea suffers. This advanced, customized night guard shifts a patients jaw into optimal position during sleep to keep the airway clear. Learn more about sleep apnea and the TAP-3 appliance at this website.
Call our Laurel dental office today to schedule your appointment. We'll also be glad to answer your questions or discuss our services, including general, children’s, and restorative dentistry. Conveniently located in Laurel, our office serves patients from Beltsville, Fort Meade, and surrounding areas. We look forward to serving you and your family for years to come.
Dr. Spector focuses on providing preventive care, general and children’s dentistry, and comprehensive restorative therapies. She also offers several other services designed to improve your oral health and appearance, including Nite White teeth whitening, Invisalign clear orthodontia, and NTI appliances for relief of nagging TMD symptoms. Dr. Spector understands anxiety at the prospect of visiting the dentist, and she has a special gift for easing patients’ nerves. She’ll take time to explain your proposed treatment plan and answer all of your questions. Only when you’re satisfied will your treatment begin. You can be confident that the care you receive will address your unique oral health needs with conservative, efficient, and effective procedures.