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DR. RICK JACKOWSKI
DR. GREG JOHNSON
DR. ROB CARIMI
DR. LAUREN CALLISON
Pleasant Family Dentistry
1204 Two Island Court
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
843-881-8881
Most people know that there are sig-
nificant health benefits to regular
dental visits, but many fail to keep
up with their semiannual preven-
tive care appointments. Why? Lack
of time and fear of the dentist are
two major reasons.
The team at Pleasant Family Dentistry acknowledges
these concerns and strives to alle-
viate them to give their patients
the best dental experience possible.
“Our office is open nights and Saturdays to accom-
modate even the busiest of our patients’ schedules. We
want to be available when it is most convenient for them,”
Dr. Greg Johnson explained. “And we know that a large
percentage of the population fears the dentist, so we offer
a complimentary comfort menu with items such as warm
blankets, massage chairs and hand moisturizing treat-
ments to make our patients comfortable and relaxed.”
All the dentists at Pleasant Family Dentistry empha-
size the benefits of regular dental visits and that taking
a proactive approach to oral health can prevent many
future issues.
Routine dental visits should begin as early as 2 to 3
years old. A dentist can identify possible congenital issues
and begin preventive care at this time. Around age 6, the
dentist can identify orthodontic issues and provide guid-
ance concerning a child’s oral care habits.
“It is important that parents monitor the time their
children spend brushing and flossing and make sure
they are eating a healthy diet with minimal processed
sugars and acidic foods that damage the enamel,” Dr.
Johnson said.
As individuals continue to age, they usually face den-
tal issues such as declining gum health.
“Many periodontal problems are preventable,” ex-
plained Dr. Richard Jackowski, who added that it is neces-
sary to have plaque and calculus removed at least every six
months since brushing and flossing alone aren’t enough to
maintain optimal oral health.
“Seeing the hygienist for polishing and plaque re-
moval, occasional sealants and X-rays to detect cavities or
bone loss are all routine procedures that benefit patients
throughout their lifetime,” Dr. Jackowski continued.
“Dentistry starts with good oral hygiene, a good diet
and good habits from a young age,” Dr. Lauren Callison
pointed out.
Pleasant Family Dentistry incorporates the latest in
dental technology to make sure its patients are getting the
best out of each checkup.
“Digital X-rays use only a fraction of radiation that
old film radiographs used, and their diagnostic quality
is superb,” explained Dr. Johnson. “We also have cone
beam technology that can take 3D pictures of our pa-
tients’ anatomy. Crowns and bridges can be done in one
visit with CEREC technology, which saves patients time
and travel.”
For patients who fear the dentist’s office, Pleasant Fam-
ily Dentistry offers both IV and oral sedation in addition
to laughing gas to make the visit easier.
“Routine checkups are important,” Dr. Johnson
concluded. “Any oral disease is more easily treated if it
is caught early. Patients run the possibility of pain and
losing teeth if they do not have regular dental care. Most
dental disease is not painful until it gets to a point where
permanent damage is done.”
By Stacy e. doMingo
left to right: drs. lauren callison, rick Jackowski,
greg Johnson and rob carimi.
Photo courtesy of Pleasant Family Dentistry.