When was the last time you visited a dentist for a routine checkup and cleaning visit? We agree with the American Dental Association: kids and adults need a checkup every six months. In today’s blog, the team at Celina Family Dentistry talks about what to expect from your checkup and cleaning.
Your Dental Exam
What happens during your routine dental exam? During this procedure, we will employ intraoral cameras and digital x-rays to carefully examine your smile with precision and accuracy, obtaining high-definition images of the surfaces of your smile and the root structure and tooth interiors too. We can then make a diagnosis with precision and accuracy, identifying possible risks to your smile and creating a plan to address them. The exam is helpful for all ages, and for kids this can lower dental anxiety and help them better understand the importance of caring for their smiles on their own and with routine visits to the dentist.
The Cleaning Process
Our team will also take time to thoroughly clean your teeth, a process that enables us to remove all plaque and tartar from the teeth with precision and comfort. With an ultrasonic scaling device, we can employ a device that uses gentle vibrations to remove all plaque and tartar from the teeth. We then follow this with a manual pick to remove any stubborn bits of tartar that cling to the teeth and along the gum line. The procedure helps lower the risk of tooth decay, infection, gingivitis, and even gum disease. Our team will then polish the teeth for a brighter smile, which also helps limit the ability for major buildup to occur!
Protecting Your Teeth and Gums at Home
Our team will also discuss tips for better homecare hygiene, which is also key to combatting buildup and limit the risk of issues like tooth decay and gum disease. Kids and adults alike need to brush for two minutes in the morning and again before going to bed, all while using a fluoride toothpaste. We also urge everyone to floss in the evening before they brush that second time. Limiting how much sugar and starch are in your diet helps too, as does avoiding all tobacco products.
If you have any questions about how we protect your smile with a preventive checkup and cleaning every six months, or if you want to schedule one now for you and your family, then reach out to our team today to learn more and get started!
Celina Family Dentistry Saves Smiles with Preventive Dentistry
A checkup and cleaning are essential for all smiles, from kids to adults. To learn more about our preventive dental treatments, then please call Celina Family Dentistry in Celina, TX at (214) 851-0130 today.
