Charles Howenstine DDS on Why Dentistry Should Focus More on Arresting Disease Than Repairing Damage
Michigan, USA, 25th March 2026, ZEX PR WIRE — In modern dentistry, many conversations focus on repairing damage. Fillings replace decay, crowns restore broken teeth, and advanced procedures address long-standing oral health issues. While these treatments remain important, some dentists believe the profession should place far greater emphasis on a different concept: arresting disease before it progresses.
Charles Howenstine DDS, a Stevensville, Michigan dentist and practice owner, believes that one of the most important shifts in dental care is recognizing the power of early intervention and preventive strategies designed to arrest dental disease.
“In dentistry, the word ‘arrest’ has a very specific meaning,” says Dr. Howenstine. “When we say a condition is arrested, we mean the disease pr...
