At Callister Dental, we emphasize preventive dentistry to help individuals and their families realize healthy teeth at every age.

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General and Preventive Dentistry in Clovis, CA

At Callister Dental it is the goal of Dr. Braden Callister is to provide individualized treatment plans for yourself and your family members that will eliminate disease, improve function, and contribute to lifelong oral health.

General and Preventive Dentistry for All Ages

Most of our patients have been coming to our practice since they were kids, and now we are seeing their kids and grandkids! We love inviting families of all ages (including children) into our dental practice. We can treat most children for routine care and offer a referral to a caring pediatric dentist to provide other options for anxious children. Our team strives to provide the highest quality of care in an atmosphere where patients feel welcome and comfortable.

Our compassionate and patient staff is excellent at making children feel at ease in our dental office. We begin seeing children as soon as their first tooth erupts. We like to start early so that children can get used to being in a dental office setting as this helps ease anxiety about receiving dental care as they get older. Seeing children early helps instill positive habits for their dental health so that they have fewer dental problems later on. After their exam, children get to choose a prize from our treasure box!

Our General and Preventive Services

At Callister Dental, we offer comprehensive services. We pride ourselves in focusing on conservative and preventative dentistry that can help reduce costly services later in life. Preventative services include thorough exams, digital x-rays, sealants, and conservative tooth-colored fillings.

We also offer other services that focus on improving aesthetics, improving chewing function, and eliminating disease. These services include crowns, bridges, partials, dentures, root canals, and implants. We even offer nightguards and athletic mouthguards for patients who grind their teeth while sleeping or for those who play sports.

Finally, our Clovis, CA dentists have found that preventive dentistry is conservative dentistry. Visiting our dental office twice per year for exams and cleanings means that our dentists can spot small issues before they become costly problems. Our dentists and hygienists can help prevent cavities and gum disease through routine cleanings and specific treatments geared toward keeping your teeth healthy and cavity-free.

Restorations for a Healthier Smile

Restorations are another important part of general and preventive dentistry, and we offer everything from crowns and bridges to quality dental implants in Clovis, CA.

Many problems arise when you have missing teeth:

Surrounding teeth shift
Gums and bone around missing teeth will shrink
More force on remaining teeth may cause them to wear down faster and lead these teeth to fail

Restorations not only complete your smile, but they give you back an even and healthy bite that will help prevent future oral health problems.

Straight Teeth Are Healthy Teeth

For older teens and adults, we offer two options in Clovis, CA for clear braces: Invisalign and SureSmile. Clear aligners are not bulky and much easier to clean than traditional braces. Clear braces can often straighten teeth quicker than traditional braces.

Straighter teeth are easier to care for and clean. In general, people with straighter teeth tend to have fewer cavities, less recession and wear of teeth along the gumline, less gum disease, less sensitivity, and have a more even bite that can help reduce the risk of cracked or broken teeth.

Before major cosmetic dental work, it may be advised or recommended to straighten your teeth with clear braces so that teeth are positioned well. This helps us to be more conservative and leave more natural healthy tooth structure when preparing the teeth for cosmetic restorations such as veneers or crowns.

We Want to Invite You and Your Family into Our Dental Family

We welcome you to contact us today to schedule exams for yourself and your family members.

The team at Callister Dental proudly serves patients in Fresno, Clovis, Madera, and other surrounding locations. We also welcome patients who wish to travel to see us to receive the exceptional care we provide at our practice!

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I do if my teeth are sensitive?

Tooth or teeth sensitivity is a common problem in dentistry and often treatable with products recommended by one of our Fresno, CA dentists. In some situations, treatment may be required.

Common causes of tooth sensitivity include:

Brushing too aggressively–erodes enamel
Bruxism (teeth grinding and clenching)—erodes enamel
Cracked tooth—allows bacteria to enter the tooth
Gum recession—exposes too much tooth
Gingivitis—inflammation of the gums
Periodontal disease—a serious infection of the gums and ligaments
Plaque—a buildup of bacteria and tartar
Prolonged use of whitening agents or mouthwash
Root infection—requires root canal therapy

While mild tooth sensitivity may not be serious, it is still important to schedule a dental exam to make sure there is no underlying condition causing the issue. This problem could indicate a gum infection or other dental diseases that require immediate treatment.

One of our dentists will perform a thorough exam, order x-rays if no recent films are on file, and take the necessary steps to eliminate or reduce your sensitivity.

If you’re experiencing ongoing tooth sensitivity, it’s important to determine the underlying cause. Get in touch with a member of our team to schedule a dental exam with one of our Fresno, CA dentists as soon as possible.

How do I lower my risk for cavities?

At Callister Dental, we believe in preventive dentistry to help lower your risk for cavities. This includes a partnership between you and your Fresno, CA dentist. In other words, we recommend a solid oral hygiene routine at home—brushing and flossing at least twice per day, avoiding sugary foods and beverages, rinsing your mouth with water after eating, and regular exams and cleanings in our dental office.

Cavity formation is complex, and genetics may also play a role, making you more susceptible. However, good preventive dentistry is your best course for lowering cavity risk. In our dental office, we offer dental sealants to strengthen your teeth and fluoride treatments to help prevent cavities.

If you grind or clench your teeth, we also recommend a custom nightguard to reduce erosion. When enamel erodes due to grinding and clenching, your teeth are vulnerable to cavities and even breakage.

In our Fresno, CA dental office, we may recommend specific oral hygiene measures to use at home or an additional teeth cleaning each year if you’re prone to cavities.

Contact our team today to schedule your next exam with one of our top Fresno, CA dentists.

We look forward to seeing to your dental needs and helping you prevent the next cavity.