Longevity Dentistry
Evidence-Based Approach to Longer Lasting Teeth
Evidence-Based Approach to Longer-Lasting Teeth
Why Choose Yeo Family Dental Group for Longevity Dentistry?
In 2021, Dr. Jamie Yeo at Yeo Family Dental Group in Marina Del Rey, CA, was invited to participate in Project Blueprint, a groundbreaking initiative focused on extending human healthspans. This experience highlighted the limitations of traditional dentistry in the face of our increasingly longer lifespans. Dr. Yeo has since dedicated herself to developing innovative techniques and protocols for dental health and longevity. Unlike traditional dentistry's reactive approach of "kicking the can down the road," Dr. Yeo's longevity dentistry philosophy focuses on proactive measures to preserve your teeth and minimize future dental interventions.
Longevity Dentistry at a Glance
Consult: Level 1
Exam and 3D Imaging
Nutritional and lifestyle counseling
OralBiomarker Scoring
Create a custom treatment plan with longevity in mind
Treat: Level 2
Address oral disease
Restore form and function to reduce degenerative effects of time
Reduce OralBiomarker Score
Maintain: Level 3
Innovative approach to maintain oral health and reduce future dental visits
Stabilize OralBiomarker Score
Rejuvenate: Level 4
Specialty-designed minimally invasive procedures to reduce age-related effects
Reverse OralBiomarker Score
Futureproof Your Teeth
What makes longevity-focused dentistry different from traditional dentistry?
Longevity dentistry aims to do less dental work over a patient’s lifetime and prevent age-related degeneration of one’s oral health. This means taking a comprehensive, holistic look at the patient and any factors contributing to the long-term prognosis of their dental health and future restorations. Interventions and maintenance protocols use evidence-based protocols rather than the outdated techniques and recommendations that have been in place for years. Traditional dentistry leads patients to do numerous unnecessary treatments that do not help prolong their teeth and contribute to more work and, thus, more out-of-pocket expenses.
Consult. Treat. Maintain. Rejuvenate.
What are longevity dentistry procedures like?
Longevity Dentistry follows a four-level protocol:
- Consult: We perform a comprehensive exam, including 3D imaging and Oral Biomarker Scoring. We provide nutritional and lifestyle counseling and create a custom treatment plan.
- Treat: We address existing oral diseases and restore form and function to reduce degenerative effects. Our goal is to reduce your Oral Biomarker Score.
- Maintain: We implement innovative approaches to maintain oral health and reduce future dental visits, aiming to stabilize your Oral Biomarker Score.
- Rejuvenate: We perform specialty-designed, minimally invasive procedures to reduce age-related effects and potentially reverse your Oral Biomarker Score.
Realizing the Purpose of Dentistry
What conditions does longevity dentistry address?
Longevity dentistry addresses a wide range of oral health issues with a focus on prevention:
- Tooth decay and gum disease
- Age-related dental degeneration
- Nutritional deficiencies affecting oral health
- Bite and jaw alignment issues
- Overall oral-systemic health connections
By addressing these conditions comprehensively, Longevity Dentistry aims to prevent future problems and maintain optimal oral health.
Healthy Teeth. Healthy Life.
What areas of the body can longevity dentistry address?
While primarily focused on oral health, longevity dentistry has a broader impact. In addition to helping preserve teeth and gum health, longevity dentistry can improve jaw and bite alignment, which helps optimize oral-systemic health connections. This can improve overall physical well-being, positively impacting longevity and quality of life.
Stronger for Longer
What are the benefits of longevity dentistry?
Longevity dentistry offers numerous advantages:
- Reduced need for extensive dental work over time
- Prevention of age-related oral health degeneration
- Personalized care based on Oral Biomarker scoring
- Potential cost savings due to fewer treatments long-term
- Improved overall health through better oral health
- Enhanced understanding of oral-systemic health connections
Many patients report feeling more confident in their long-term oral health and appreciate the proactive, preventive approach.
Thinking Long-Term
Am I a candidate for longevity dentistry?
Longevity dentistry is ideal for anyone who wants to prioritize their long-term oral health and overall well-being. Whether you're concerned about the potential effects of aging on your teeth or simply want to invest in preventive care, Dr. Yeo can create a customized plan to meet your goals. During a consultation, Dr. Yeo will discuss your dental history, lifestyle habits, and overall health to determine if longevity dentistry is right for you.
Following the Plan
Longevity Dentistry Recovery
The specific procedures in your Longevity Protocol will vary depending on your needs. However, most methods are minimally invasive and require minimal downtime. The focus is on maintaining oral health through consistent care, proper nutrition, and regular check-ups. By following Dr. Yeo's recommendations, you can ensure the best long-term results and reduce the need for extensive dental work in the future. Dr. Yeo will provide specific post-treatment instructions to ensure optimal healing and results.
A Smile That Lasts
Longevity Dentistry Results
With consistent care and adherence to your personalized Longevity Protocol, you can expect to experience long-lasting improvements in your oral health. Longevity dentistry can help you keep your natural teeth for a lifetime, reduce the need for future dental work, and contribute to a healthier and more confident you.
Longevity Dentistry
Frequently Asked Questions
We recommend checking your score at each dental visit, typically every six months.
While it focuses on prevention, proper treatment and care can address and potentially reverse many existing issues.
While initial costs may be higher, the long-term approach often results in fewer major interventions and potential cost savings over time.
Proper nutrition is crucial for maintaining oral health. We provide personalized nutritional counseling as part of our protocol.
