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At The Foleck Center, your smile is our top priority. Led by Dr. Adam Foleck, our skilled dental team provides gentle, personalized care to help you achieve and maintain a healthy, confident smile in a relaxed, judgment-free environment.
From routine cleanings and preventive care to cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, and emergency tooth repair, we offer a full range of services using advanced technology. Whether you need basic maintenance or complex treatment, we’re here to make your experience comfortable and stress-free.
Yes, dental X-rays allow your dentist to detect issues between teeth and under the gums during your exam. Bitewing, periapical, and panoramic radiographs provide vital information about your oral health that can’t be obtained through visual inspection alone. Tracking changes over time, through regular dental imaging is the key for early diagnosis and intervention of problems.
Visiting every six months ensures plaque and tartar build-up are removed, helps detect early signs of cavities or gum disease, and supports overall oral health—especially crucial in humid, coastal environments like the Tidewater Area.
Brushing with a fluoridated toothpaste twice daily at a 45° angle, along with daily flossing or interdental cleaning, removes food debris and bacteria from hard-to-reach areas—preventing cavities and gum issues.
Tooth sensitivity often results from enamel erosion, gum recession, cavities, or worn fillings that expose dentin or tooth roots. Treatment may include fluoride varnish, desensitizing toothpaste, or dental bonding to seal exposed areas and reduce discomfort.
Plaque is a sticky bacterial film that forms on teeth after eating carbohydrates. It produces acids that can erode enamel, leading to cavities and gum inflammation. Routine cleanings are essential because hardened plaque (tartar) can’t be removed with brushing alone.
Preventing decay means brushing twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, cleaning between teeth daily with floss or interdental brushes, limiting sugary and acidic foods, drinking water, and using mouthwash if advised by your dentist.
Yes. Topical fluoride applications help remineralize weakened areas on tooth surfaces before cavity formation sets in. They also make tooth enamel more resistant to acid attacks that cause decay over time. Getting in-office fluoride strengthens and protects your teeth between visits.
Regular dental checkups help identify potential problems before they become emergencies. Wearing mouthguards during sports, avoiding hard foods, and maintaining good oral hygiene reduce emergency risks.
During your appointment, the dentist or hygienist will review your medical history, perform an oral exam, possibly take X‑rays, clean plaque and tartar, fluoride‑treat if needed, and discuss any concerns. This comprehensive review helps prevent issues like cavities, gingivitis, and tooth sensitivity.
Yes, dental X-rays allow your dentist to detect issues between teeth and under the gums during your exam. Bitewing, periapical, and panoramic radiographs provide vital information about your oral health that can’t be obtained through visual inspection alone. Tracking changes over time, through regular dental imaging is the key for early diagnosis and intervention of problems.
Yes. While your daily homecare routine of brushing and flossing is important for removing surface-level plaque, it only cleans about 25 percent of your tooth surfaces. Professional dental cleanings remove hard-to-reach tartar buildup and stains you can’t eliminate with brushing and flossing alone. Removing these disease-causing deposits prevents more serious issues like cavities and gum disease.
It’s never too late to restart preventive care. Your first visit after a long break may include a thorough cleaning, comprehensive exam, updated X‑rays, and a treatment plan tailored to catch up on oral health and restore gum and enamel integrity.
The Foleck Center offers expert general and family dentistry in Hampton, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach, making high-quality care convenient and accessible. Whether you need cleanings, checkups, or restorative dental services, our compassionate team takes time to explain every option so you feel confident in your care.
Tired of dental anxiety? Ready for a more comfortable experience? Call The Foleck Center or schedule online at your nearest location. Your personalized oral health journey starts here.