The importance of early preventive dental care in East Lansing, Michigan
At Mashni Dentistry of East Lansing, Michigan, we strive to provide quality care—and this includes preventive dentistry solutions. With early interventions, many conditions can be avoided entirely, ensuring a lifetime of healthy smiles.
Below are just some of the early preventive dental care services available at our clinic:
Curodont (P11-4 Peptide)
A biomimetic, self-assembling peptide applied directly to early enamel lesions. The peptide penetrates the lesion, forms a 3D scaffold, and attracts calcium, phosphate, and fluoride to rebuild tooth structure — without a drill. This treatment has demonstrated 60% less risk of caries progression vs. fluoride varnish alone at six months, with superior long-term aesthetic improvements and FDA approval. It rebuilds enamel naturally without needles and drilling.
Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF)
A topical liquid that stops active cavities in their tracks. Silver kills the bacteria, causing decay, and fluoride hardens the softened tooth structure. This is one of the most studied minimally invasive caries interventions available. It significantly alters decay-causing oral microflora, and is cost-effective, drug-free, and doesn’t require anesthesia.
X-Rays + AI Co-Discovery
Bitewing radiographs remain the gold standard for catching cavities between teeth before they’re visible. We layer FDA-cleared AI over every image, catching what the eye alone can miss. Bitewing radiographs are superior to panoramic films for early interproximal caries detection. This system can detect up to 18 conditions per image, including early enamel lesions, bone levels, and periapical pathology. Radiographs are recommended on a customized timeline for each patient’s conditions and risk level.
Salivary pH testing
Saliva is your mouth’s natural defense system. Its pH level tells us how acidic your oral environment is, which is a key driver of cavity formation. We can measure it chairside as part of your personalized caries risk profile. This identifies the root cause of your cavity risk and not just your symptoms. pH data combines with diet history and microbiome factors to create an actionable risk profile, guiding recall frequency and home care recommendations.
Photography and Digital impressions for your records
Our intraoral scanner captures a precise 3D map of your teeth in under a minute, allowing us to track changes over time, spot emerging concerns, and plan treatment with precision. A precise digital baseline makes subtle changes visible, often years before they become costly problems. Paired with photographs of your teeth and tissue- we are able to refer back and make sure any conditions are stable over the years and intervene if needed.
Who can I call to learn more about these services?
If you are in the area of East Lansing, Michigan, and are in need of a quality dental team to care for your smile, we invite you to visit our environment of quality, care, and trust. Call (517) 399-2832 to request an appointment with Drs. James and Jason Mashni at 2121 Abbot Road today!
