General Dentistry in Spokane
Your smile is one of your most important features, and keeping it healthy is our top priority. At 5 Mile Smiles, we provide comprehensive general dentistry for families and individuals throughout Spokane, WA.
Led by Dr. Jason Keefe, our team focuses on preventive care to help you and your loved ones maintain strong, healthy teeth for a lifetime. We create a comfortable and relaxing environment where you can feel at ease while receiving the highest quality dental care.
From routine check-ups to treating common dental issues, our general dentistry services are the foundation for a lifetime of excellent oral health. We are committed to helping every member of your family achieve and maintain a beautiful, confident smile.
Our Family & General Dentistry Services
We offer a full range of general dentistry services designed to preserve your natural teeth, prevent future problems, and ensure your smile stays bright and healthy.
Teeth Cleanings & Exams
Regular dental cleanings and exams are essential for maintaining your oral health. During your visit, our skilled hygienists will gently remove plaque and tartar that can’t be eliminated by brushing and flossing alone.
Dr. Keefe will then conduct a thorough examination to check for any signs of decay, gum disease, or other potential issues, ensuring small problems are addressed before they become more serious.
Digital Dental X-Rays
To get a complete picture of your oral health, we use state-of-the-art digital X-rays. This advanced technology provides detailed images of your teeth, roots, and jawbone with minimal radiation exposure.
Digital X-rays allow us to detect hidden issues like decay between teeth, bone loss, and impacted teeth, enabling early and accurate diagnosis.
Fluoride Treatments
Fluoride is a natural mineral that strengthens tooth enamel and helps protect your teeth from decay. We offer professional fluoride treatments to give your teeth an extra layer of defense against cavities.
This quick and painless application is a simple way to keep your smile strong and resilient.
Dental Sealants
Protect cavity-prone teeth with dental sealants. A sealant is a thin, protective coating applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth (molars and premolars), where most decay occurs.
This barrier effectively “seals out” food particles and plaque, reducing the risk of cavities in children and adults.
Tooth-Colored Fillings
If you have a cavity, we use modern, tooth-colored composite fillings to restore your tooth’s health and appearance. Unlike old metal fillings, our composite materials are matched to the color of your natural teeth, so your restoration is virtually invisible.
This allows us to repair decay while maintaining the beauty of your smile.
Gum Disease Treatment
Healthy gums are crucial for healthy teeth. We provide effective treatments for gum disease (periodontitis), from its earliest stage (gingivitis) to more advanced conditions.
Our deep cleaning procedures, like scaling and root planing, remove plaque and tartar buildup below the gumline to restore gum health and prevent tooth loss.
Pediatric Dentistry
We love helping our youngest patients build a positive relationship with dental care! Our team provides gentle and friendly pediatric dentistry services tailored to the unique needs of children.
We focus on education, prevention, and creating a fun, comfortable experience to set your child up for a lifetime of healthy smiles.
Custom Mouthguards
Whether you play sports or grind your teeth at night, a custom-fit mouthguard offers superior protection.
We create durable mouthguards designed to fit your unique bite, protecting your teeth from injury during athletic activities or from the effects of clenching and grinding (bruxism).
Your Partner in Lifelong Oral Health
At 5 Mile Smiles, we believe that preventive care is the key to avoiding complex and costly dental procedures down the road. Dr. Keefe and our entire team are here to support your family with compassionate, expert care at every stage of life.
Ready to schedule your next check-up? Contact us today to book an appointment and experience the welcoming and professional care that sets 5 Mile Smiles apart.
General Dentistry FAQs
For most patients, we recommend visiting the dentist every six months for a professional cleaning and comprehensive exam. This allows us to monitor your oral health, catch any potential issues early, and keep your teeth and gums in excellent condition.
Yes. At 5 Mile Smiles, we use modern digital X-ray technology, which significantly reduces radiation exposure compared to traditional film X-rays. They are a safe and essential diagnostic tool that helps us see underlying issues not visible during a standard exam.
A regular dental cleaning focuses on removing plaque and tartar from the surfaces of your teeth and along the gumline. Gum disease treatment, or scaling and root planing, is a deeper cleaning procedure that targets plaque and bacteria buildup in pockets between the gums and teeth to treat active gum disease.
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that a child’s first dental visit should occur when their first tooth appears, or no later than their first birthday. Early visits help us ensure their teeth are developing correctly and allow them to become comfortable in a dental setting.