When was the last time you saw the dentist for a dental exam? We recommend a dental checkup every six months for kids and adults alike. In today’s blog, your team at Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA, talks about why smiles of all ages need a dental checkup every six months.
The Need for a Checkup Every Six Months
There are common oral health concerns that can cause major problems for your smile. For example, tooth decay can lead to toothaches and eventually, infection that threatens smile stability. Gingivitis could morph into periodontal disease, which can also impact stability with time. But with a checkup every six months, our team has a chance to catch these issues early and offer treatment to stop or manage them. These visits are helpful for all ages, from kids to adults, and can be key to enjoying a healthy and beautiful smile long-term. Everyone needs a six-month dental checkup!
Examining Your Smile with Digital Technology
Your six-month dental checkup will start with a close look using digital technology. With an intraoral camera, we can look at the surfaces of your teeth and gums for signs of decay, disease, and even TMJ disorder and bruxism (teeth grinding). With digital x-rays, we peer into teeth using 90% less radiation, identifying the presence of decay and infection, and assessing any damage to connective tissues from periodontal issues. Our team can also use digital technology to conduct an oral cancer screening too! These systems offer a six-month dental exam with precision and accuracy.
Cleaning Your Teeth
Another key part of your six-month dental exam is the dental cleaning. With a cleaning, we will gently and thoroughly remove all plaque and tartar from your teeth, a process that helps your smile stay bright and healthy. This can benefit all ages, keeping tooth decay and periodontal disease at bay. You also obtain a brighter smile! We gently remove the buildup with an ultrasonic scaling device and a manual pick, removing the buildup completely before we polish the teeth. The polishing leaves the smile brighter, and also limits the ability for buildup to form.
If you have any questions about how we protect smiles of all ages with a six-month dental checkup, then contact our team today to learn more and get started. We want to help you and your whole family enjoy healthy and bright smiles, and that starts with a simple visit for an exam.
Dental Impressions Provides a Dental Exam
Our team wants to help provide a dental exam every six months. To schedule an appointment for a dental exam, then call Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA today at (515) 965-0230.
