Kimberly Cooper RDH

Kim has been with our practice since 2009 as our full time Dental Hygienist.

“I enjoy educating my patients about their dental health and providing gentle, comprehensive. dental care. The relationships that I build are very important to both me and the patient, so you con understand the need for their continuing care and be more comfortable during each visit” – • Kim

Kim takes her profession very seriously. She tokes the time to make each client comfortable explaining the importance of oral hygiene care for their overall total health.

Kim received her Associates degree in Arts & Science from Mott Community College. She has received the  Anesthesia certification and is certified as a Registered Dental Hygienist Hygienist through the State of Michigan.  Kim is married with three children. She spends most of her free time with her family.

Kim’s Hygiene Tips …

Brushing

Brushing is the best way to remove cavity-causing plaque and other debris from your teeth.

Plaque is colorless sticky substance that reacts with the bacteria and decoying food particles  in your mouth and when left on the teeth long enough, it begins to erode the enamel causing decay. It is recommended that you brush your teeth three times a day, usually after meals and before bedtime for 2-3 minutes.

Flossing

Flossing is a proven method of loosening debris from hard-to-reach surfaces of your teeth and gum lines. Next to brushing, flossing is highly effective method from removing plaque on tooth surfaces your brush can’t reach.

Another benefit of flossing is increasing blood circulation in your gums.  gum stimulation is necessary means of keeping your gum tissues healthy; strong gums are the foundation of your teeth. With the combination of brushing and flossing and seeing a professional twice a year, you can prevent periodontal disease and decay.

Fluoride Facts

Fluoride is very important to teeth.  When absorbed into the teeth it makes them stronger and more resistant to decay.  A process in your body called “remineralization” uses fluoride to repair damage caused by decay.

Fluoride is a safe compound found throughout nature from the water we drink and air we breathe, to many kinds of food we eat.  It is also found in toothpastes, and dental varnishes and gels that are applied directly to the teeth to boost fluoride intake.

Sealants

Sealants are liquid coatings that are placed on to the chewing surfaces of teeth and show a great deal of effectiveness in preventing cavities.  The pits and grooves of your teeth are prime areas for opportunistic decay. Even regular brushing sometimes misses these deep grooves causing decay.

The sealants are applied to the pits and grooves of your teeth and are designed to prevent bacteria and other debris causing decay.  Sealants are becoming widely popular and are effective. Young children are great candidates for preventive measures like sealants (especially on molars) because in many cases, decay has not set in.