Flossing allows you to reach and clean 40% more of your tooth surface.
Your dental appointment begins with a thorough cleaning from your dentist or dental hygienist. Plaque, tartar and bacteria are cleaned, and your teeth are gently polished and flossed to ensure your smile is bright, beautiful, and healthy.
If it has been a little while since you had x-rays taken, or if your dentist believes there are hidden issues with your teeth, x-rays may be administered. With these images, our team can see potential issues hiding below the gum line and within teeth, helping us prevent situations requiring emergency dentistry.
Your dentist then examines your teeth, gums, and mouth for any signs of oral health issues, like cavities, gum disease, and abnormalities of the tissues. A close examination of your x-rays ensures every potential problem has been exposed.
As you continue your exam, your dentist shares the state of your oral health along with any potential problems they detect. Your dentist develops a treatment plan fit to serve your unique needs. Finally, your dentist offers recommendations to resolve the issues and the best treatment options for your lifestyle and budget.
Our team is happy to schedule your next appointment if you are in need of a follow-up for a simple filling, more complex restorative work, or a cosmetic treatment. Schedule your next cleaning in 6 months to keep your smile in great shape for years to come.
A typical appointment at Mesa Dental starts with a thorough cleaning, where plaque, tartar, and surface bacteria are removed, and the teeth are polished. From there, the visit moves into a comprehensive exam, where the dentist checks the teeth, gums, and soft tissue for anything that looks abnormal. If it has been a while since the last set of images was taken, X-rays may be part of the visit as well, as they reveal decay and bone loss hiding below the gumline long before either would be visible to the eye.
Once the exam is complete, the findings turn into a plan. If everything looks healthy, that plan is simple: keep doing what is working and return in six months. If something needs attention, whether that is a small filling, a referral for a more involved procedure, or a conversation about whole health dentistry and how nutrition factors into oral health, the dentist walks through the options and the reasoning behind each one before any treatment begins.
Preventive care covers more ground than a cleaning and an exam. Dental examinations establish a baseline and catch changes early, while dental sealants add a physical barrier over the grooves of back teeth where cavities most often form. The CDC notes that sealants reduce cavities in permanent molars by 80% for the first two years after placement and continue to offer meaningful protection for up to four years, making them one of the more cost-effective tools in preventive dentistry.
Fluoride is another piece of the puzzle. Fluoride treatments strengthen enamel and make it more resistant to the acid that sugars and bacteria produce in the mouth. We also perform oral cancer screenings as part of routine visits, since early detection is one of the strongest predictors of a positive outcome. Good home care supports all of this: brushing twice daily with a fluoride toothpaste and flossing once a day removes the plaque and debris that a cleaning alone cannot always reach between visits.
Tooth enamel is the hardest part of your entire body.
Not every dental office treats prevention as a priority the way Mesa Dental does. Dr. Browner earned her DMD from the University of Las Vegas School of Dentistry and built her practice specifically around the idea that patients do better when problems are caught early and treated conservatively, rather than pushed toward more invasive procedures than necessary. That approach extends to how the practice talks with patients: expect a straightforward conversation about what your exam shows and what your options actually are, not a hard sell toward unnecessary work.
Mesa Dental also operates on a fee-for-service model, which means treatment decisions are made between the patient and the dentist rather than dictated by an insurance company’s coverage limits. For patients without insurance, the practice offers an in-house membership plan through Illumitrak that includes cleanings, exams, and a discount on additional treatment, with no long-term contract required.
Waiting for a toothache is the most expensive way to manage dental health, both in terms of cost and comfort. A consistent schedule of cleanings and exams catches problems while they are still simple to treat, and it gives you a dentist who already knows your history the moment something does come up.
Dr. Browner and the team at Mesa Dental welcome new and returning patients throughout Summerlin who are ready to make preventive care a habit rather than an exception. To find out more about the team behind your care, visit our about us page, or contact our office to schedule your next appointment.
Brush your teeth at least twice a day for two minutes each time for a healthy smile. Start by holding your brush at a 45-degree angle to your teeth and gums. Using small, circular strokes, clean the front, back, and chewing surfaces of each tooth. Each quadrant of your mouth only needs about 30 seconds of proper brushing. Don’t forget to replace your toothbrush or electric toothbrush head every 3-4 months, and to use an ADA-approved toothpaste with fluoride.
Roll out 18-24 inches of floss and wind most of it around the index or middle finger of one of your hands. Then, wind the last few inches around the index or middle finger of your opposite hand. Pinch a 1-inch section of floss between your fingers and gently move this section of floss between your teeth with a rocking motion. Once the floss reaches your gum line, hug the floss against one of your teeth to create a “c” shape and move it up and down to dislodge plaque and bacteria. Repeat this motion against the next tooth to clean both sides of the gum.
Prophylactic cleanings are the regular cleanings you get every 6 months at your dental appointments, which are required by all patients. Your dentist or dental hygienist removes plaque, tartar and bacteria from your teeth, buffs and polishes them, and then flosses your teeth to remove any residual debris during these cleanings. Periodontal cleanings, also known as “deep cleanings”, are only needed for patients who have periodontal or gum disease.
Usually, dental insurance policies cover 100% of basic preventive care. Many cover at least a certain portion of the cost. Preventive care treatments include prophylactic teeth cleanings every 6 months, any necessary x-rays, and an annual or biannual dental exam performed by your dentist. Insurance policies do differ, and it’s up to the patient to understand their coverage. We also offer an in-house membership program starting at $33/month for those without insurance. Contact our practice to learn more about your options.
The average person smiles 40 times a day.
We make quality dental care accessible with flexible payment options.
We work with most PPO insurance plans. Our office files claims on your behalf and provides benefit estimates before treatment begins.
We offer financing through CareCredit to help break down treatment costs into manageable monthly payments. Apply and get instant credit decision.
For patients without insurance, our in-house membership program starts at just $33/month and includes cleanings, exams, and 20% off all treatments.
Questions? Call us at (702) 640-0004 to discuss your coverage, financing, or membership options.
Mesa Dental offers comprehensive dentistry for patients throughout Las Vegas and Summerlin. From preventive care to advanced cosmetic procedures, our conservative and whole-health approach delivers exceptional results. Below are just some of the services we provide.
Schedule a consultation with our team to discuss your goals and discover how Mesa Dental can help you achieve a healthier, more confident smile.
