A dental checkup every six months is helpful for patients of all ages, from kids to adults. Which is why we urge you to bring the whole family in one for one! In today’s blog, your team at Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA, talks about the importance of a regular dental checkup for the whole family.
What Happens During Your Routine Dental Exam
We want to see you twice a year because the issues that could threaten tooth stability, such as cavities and gum disease, do not form overnight, and take months to develop. With a check in every few months, we can likely catch these in their earliest stages, taking action before you even experience discomfort in some cases.
When you arrive for an exam, our team will sit you down and ask about your oral hygiene habits and other factors that could impact your oral health. We then look at your teeth, gums, roots, and more using digital x-rays and intraoral cameras. These systems use 90% less radiation than traditional x-rays, and provide high-definition images instantly chairside, so we can walk you through the diagnosis and you can spend less time in the chair. No waits for development! Our team can then create a treatment plan to address any issues we find, and discuss better care for your smile in between these visits.
Continuing Care at Home
At home, you can help protect your teeth with daily oral hygiene habits! For example, start and end your day by brushing for two minutes with a fluoride toothpaste and a toothbrush with soft bristles. You should also floss before you go to bed, and cut back on the sugar and starch in your diet. Avoiding tobacco products is also crucial. These daily actions help limit buildup until we can remove it during your next checkup visit, protecting your teeth and gums from decay and disease.
Cleaning Your Teeth
As part of your dental checkup, we will also conduct a dental cleaning, in which we gently remove all plaque and tartar from your teeth with an ultrasonic scaling device, and use a manual pick for any stubborn portions. We then polish your teeth to limit the ability for major buildup to occur before we see you again. A checkup and cleaning, combined with good habits at home, can protect your smile and keep it shining!
If you have any questions about how we help smiles with a checkup, or if you are ready to schedule one, then contact our team today.
Dental Impressions Provides a Regular Dental Exam
General dentistry can help safeguard your smile, so be sure to see us every six months. To schedule an appointment for preventive dental care, then call Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA today at (515) 965-0230.
