The visits that keep everything else simple.
Cleanings, exams, digital x-rays, and oral-cancer screening for the whole family — catching small things before they become big ones, at both our Manassas and Dumfries offices.
Preventive care is the routine cleanings, exams, and x-rays that keep your mouth healthy and catch problems early — when they're smaller, simpler, and less expensive to treat.
For most patients that means a visit about every six months. It's the single best thing you can do for your long-term dental health, and most insurance plans cover it in full — which makes it the easiest visit on the calendar to keep.
What a typical visit includes
Most check-ups take under an hour and usually include:
- Professional cleaning — plaque & tartar removal
- Comprehensive exam — teeth, gums, bite & soft tissues
- Digital x-rays as needed
- Polishing and a fluoride treatment
- Oral-cancer screening
- A conversation about anything you've noticed
Been a while? No judgment — just a calm, thorough exam and a clear, no-pressure plan to get back on track.
Preventive care at every age.
Children
Gentle cleanings, fluoride, and sealants on the molars to prevent cavities — plus habits that last a lifetime. See pediatric care →
Teens
Keeping busy schedules (and braces or aligners) on track with regular cleanings and coaching.
Adults
Cleanings, exams, gum checks, and oral-cancer screening to protect the teeth you have.
Seniors
Extra attention to gum health, existing dental work, and dry mouth as needs change.
The easy visit, made easier.
The whole family, one stop
Back-to-back family appointments mean one trip instead of four — kids and grown-ups, same visit.
Thorough, not rushed
We screen for gum disease, decay, and oral cancer every visit, so issues are caught early.
Usually covered in full
Most plans cover preventive visits at 100% — we file your insurance for you.
What patients ask us most.
How often should I have a cleaning?
Most people do well with a cleaning and exam every six months. If you're prone to gum issues, we may suggest a more frequent schedule — we'll tailor it to you.
Are dental x-rays safe?
Yes. We use digital x-rays, which use very low radiation, and only take them when they'll add useful information about your teeth and bone.
What if it's been years since my last visit?
You're very welcome — and not judged. We'll do a calm, thorough exam and build a clear, step-by-step plan to get your mouth healthy again.
Is preventive care covered by insurance?
Most dental plans cover routine cleanings and exams in full. We file your insurance for you and let you know about anything before it's done.
"We get all four of us cleaned in one morning. The hygienists are gentle and actually take time to explain things to the kids."— The Okafor family · Manassas
Due for a cleaning?
Book your family's visit — most insurance covers routine cleanings and exams in full.