When was the last time you scheduled a dental exam for yourself or a member of your family? We urge our patients and their family to schedule an appointment every six months. In today’s blog, your Kansas City, MO, dentist talks about why we need an exam and cleaning every few months to keep smiles strong!
What Happens During Your Checkup?
When you sit down for a dental exam, our team will take a close look at your smile with advanced imaging technology, including digital x-rays and intraoral cameras. We want to conduct a diagnosis with precision and accuracy, so we can catch possible problems in their earliest stages. Our team will look for common issues like tooth decay and infection, as well as gingivitis and gum disease. For adults, we can also screen for oral cancer. Our team can also make sure that your child’s baby teeth are erupting and falling out as they should, so permanent teeth can arrive without complication. We can also talk about better oral hygiene routines to safeguard smiles in between your six-month visits.
Creating a Treatment Plan
What if we find an issue that needs attention? Our team will assess the cause and severity of the issue, and then formulate a custom treatment plan to address it and improve the overall health and beauty of your smile. Our treatment plans can tackle cavities in one visit with a lifelike dental filling. We can also offer custom crowns, periodontal treatments, custom oral appliances to handle TMJ disorder and bruxism, and even prosthetics to take on missing teeth. We want to help you smile with confidence again, and enjoy your healthiest smile too.
Dental Cleanings
In the same visit as your checkup, we will also clean your teeth. A dental cleaning involves removing all plaque and tartar from the teeth with an ultrasonic scaling device and a manual tool. We then polish the teeth for a brighter appearance and to make it more difficult for serious plaque and tartar buildup to accumulate before your next appointment. The cleaning helps lower the risk of bad breath and teeth stains, and helps prevent the onset of cavities, infections, gingivitis, and even gum disease. If you have any questions about how we complete a checkup and cleaning, then contact our team today. We would love to see you for a visit soon, so talk to our team. Remember, a visit during summer is perfect for kids, as they don’t have to miss school!
DO YOU NEED PREVENTIVE DENTAL CARE?
If you want to help your smile stay healthy and attractive for years to come, then call Delightful Dental Care in Kansas City, MO, today at (816)942-7669.