People always ask us, “How long should this last?” In today's technology, almost everything we have learned is on the preventive side. Instead of going to the dentist every few years for “Drill, Fill and Bill,”, let's try preventive dentistry. You can prevent most or all disease if you spend 3 minutes after each meal brushing, flossing, and doing any other special treatments your dentist and hygienist have recommended and let your dentist or hygienist professionally clean your teeth, check for decay, apply a fluoride treatment, or apply sealants. With 6 month check-ups and cleaning, your teeth and gums are winners.