We recommend our patients see our team for a checkup and cleaning visit every six months. These appointments are crucial for protecting your smile from issues ranging from tooth decay to gum disease. In today’s blog, your Kansas City, MO, dentist talks about safeguarding your smile with a routine checkup visit!

When to Schedule a Visit

When should you make an appointment with our team for a dental exam? We agree with the American Dental Association (ADA): people ages two and older need a dental checkup every six months. The issues that could threaten your smile’s stability, such as tooth decay or gum disease, don’t form overnight. They take time, and a checkup every few months is a chance to catch them in the early stages. This can also help prevent dental anxiety in children, and allows us to instill good oral health habits!

Examining Your Smile

When you or a member of your family sits down for a dental exam, our team will examine the teeth with digital x-rays and intraoral cameras. These systems provide high-definition images instantly chairside, so we can walk you through the exam and make a diagnosis with precision and accuracy. We look for issues like tooth decay, infection, gingivitis, and gum disease. We also watch for possible warning signs of TMJ disorder and bruxism (teeth grinding), and will screen for oral cancer too. If we find possible signs of trouble, then we can plan treatment to return your smile to optimal health, function, and beauty again.

The Dental Cleaning

In the same visit, our team will also conduct a dental cleaning. Using an ultrasonic scaling device, which emits gentle vibrations, we will remove plaque and tartar from the teeth. We can also use a manual pick to remove the more stubborn portions of tartar buildup. We then polish your teeth to ensure a brighter smile and also limit the risk of major buildup before your next appointment. The cleaning not only fights bad breath and teeth stains, but can lower the risk of cavities, gingivitis, and gum disease.

If you have any questions about how our team will safeguard your smile with a dental checkup, or if you would like to schedule a checkup and cleaning for you or a member of your family, then reach out to our team today to get started.

Schedule Your Dental Exam With Delightful Dental Care

Our team wants to help you enjoy better oral health and avoid complications with a routine dental exam. A visit every six months can help you maintain a healthy and beautiful smile for years to come. To find out more about our exams and cleanings, call Delightful Dental Care in Kansas City, MO at (816) 942-7669.