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General & Preventive Dentistry · Tustin, CA
General & Preventive Dentistry in Tustin, CA
Gentle, thorough general and preventive dentistry in Tustin, CA, with Dr. Marta Rudat, the same dentist at every visit.
495+ five-star reviews · 15+ years in Tustin · Whole-family care
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In Tustin15+ years in TustinServing Orange County families
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General and preventive dentistry is the everyday care that keeps your teeth and gums healthy:
- Routine cleanings
- Comprehensive exams
- Digital X-rays
- Tooth-colored fillings
- Gum-health checks
- Oral cancer screening
At Dr. Marta Rudat's dental practice in Tustin, CA, the goal is to catch small problems early, when they are simpler and less expensive to treat, and to keep your whole family on track.
Written by the Dr. Marta Rudat DDS team · Medically reviewed by Marta Rudat, DDS, practicing in Tustin for 15+ years. Last reviewed June 2026.
Why it matters
What preventive dentistry does for you.
A cleaning and exam every six months looks routine, and that is exactly the point. Most dental problems start small and silent. It can be a spot of decay, the early edge of gum disease, or a cracked filling you cannot feel yet. Caught early, these are quick and inexpensive to fix. Left alone, the same issues grow into root canals, crowns, and extractions.
Dr. Marta treats preventive visits as real appointments rather than a rushed pass with a mirror. She checks your gums, screens for oral cancer, reviews your X-rays, and talks through anything she sees in a way you can understand. You leave knowing the state of your mouth and what, if anything, needs attention.
Everyday care
What's included in your general and preventive care.
01
Cleanings and exams
A thorough cleaning plus a full check of teeth, gums, and bite, twice a year for most patients.
02
Digital X-rays
Low-radiation imaging that shows decay, bone health, and problems between teeth before they surface.
03
Tooth-colored fillings
Natural-looking composite fillings that repair cavities and blend with your tooth.
04
Gum health (periodontal) care
Screening and treatment for early gum disease, the leading cause of adult tooth loss.
05
Oral cancer screening
A quick, painless check at every exam, where early detection matters most.
06
Children and family dentistry
Gentle care, sealants, and fluoride for kids, so the whole household stays with one trusted practice.
When you need more
When you need more than a routine visit.
If you are weighing cosmetic changes alongside your everyday care, Dr. Marta also offers cosmetic dentistry in Tustin, CA and restorative treatments, planned together so nothing works against your long-term dental health.
Why Dr. Marta
Why Tustin families choose Dr. Marta Rudat.
Dr. Marta Rudat has cared for Tustin families for more than 15 years, and many of her patients have been with her for most of that time. She sees the same people year after year, which means she catches changes early and knows your history without re-reading a chart.
Patients tell her two things often. She is gentle, including with anxious patients and kids who arrived nervous. And she is honest about what you need, which sometimes means telling you a watchful wait is smarter than drilling something today. You see the same dentist every visit, the one who already knows your history.
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Cost
What does a dental visit cost in Tustin?
A clear ballpark helps, so here is what general and preventive care typically runs in the Tustin and Orange County area.
A new-patient exam with a full set of digital X-rays and a standard cleaning commonly falls in the $100–$400 range, depending on how much imaging you need and whether deeper gum treatment is involved.
Routine cleanings on their own usually run about $100–$250 without insurance, and tooth-colored fillings generally land around $150–$450 per filling, depending on size and location.
Your actual cost depends on your mouth, your insurance, and what the exam turns up, so Dr. Marta gives you a clear, itemized estimate before any treatment beyond your visit. If you do not have insurance, ask about our payment options.
Frequently asked
General dentistry questions, answered.
For most patients, every six months. Some people with gum disease, heavy staining, or a history of frequent cavities benefit from more frequent visits, and Dr. Marta will recommend a schedule that fits your mouth rather than a one-size rule.
A thorough one. Dr. Marta reviews your history, takes digital X-rays, examines your teeth, gums, and bite, screens for oral cancer, and does a cleaning when your gum health allows it. You finish with a clear picture of where things stand and a plan for anything that needs attention.
Yes. Dr. Marta cares for patients of all ages, including kids, with gentle preventive care like sealants and fluoride. Keeping the whole family at one practice makes scheduling easier and builds a dental history she can follow over time.
Most dental plans cover routine cleanings, exams, and X-rays at or near 100%, since prevention saves everyone money down the line. The front desk team verifies your specific benefits and tells you what, if anything, you will owe before your visit.
You are welcome exactly as you are. Plenty of patients arrive after a long gap, sometimes from dental anxiety, and Dr. Marta meets them without judgment. The first visit is about understanding where you stand and building a comfortable plan to get healthy again.
Yes. Digital X-rays use very low radiation, far less than older film, and Dr. Marta only takes the images your care actually calls for. They reveal decay, bone loss, and problems between teeth that an exam alone cannot catch.
Ready when you are
Ready to find a dentist
you'll stay with?
Whether you are overdue for a cleaning, new to Tustin, or moving the whole family to one practice, Dr. Marta makes the first visit easy. Come in, get an honest assessment, and leave with a plan that fits your life.
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