Dental Exams and Cleanings
One of the best things you can do for your oral health is the preventive measure of consistently visiting your dentist for dental exams and cleanings. A common question that patients ask is “How often do I need to get a dental exam?” While the general answer is twice a year, if you have had a lot of dental work done previously, have a condition like gum disease, or are prone to cavities, you should consider increasing your dental exams and cleanings to three a year. When is the last time you had a teeth cleaning in Houston? Schedule yours today!
Dental Cleanings
Looking for teeth cleaning near you? Another common question from patients is concerning the need for exams and dental cleanings in Houston. If someone brushes after every meal, flosses once a day and rinses with mouthwash, do they still need a cleaning? The answer is: yes! Even when you follow the strictest dental hygiene routine, you still need the help of a dental hygienist to remove plaque and tartar that can’t be removed by simple brushing. Professional teeth cleaning is helpful to get all the hard to reach spots. To schedule your teeth cleaning, give us a call! During your dental cleaning, you can expect:
- A physical examination by your dental hygienist using a small mirror, allowing them to check for any signs of decay, damage, infection and or disease.
- Thorough plaque and tartar removal by dental hygienist will be performed using specialized dental tools.
- A professional teeth cleaning will be performed using a gritty toothpaste and high-powered electric toothbrush.
- A thorough, expert flossing which allows your dental hygienist to reach any areas you may missing during your at home dental care routine.
- Once all areas of your mouth have been thoroughly cleaned, your dental hygienist will thoroughly rinse any debris from your mouth.
Dental Exams
Considering a dental exam near you? Our dental exams also give your dentist an opportunity to follow the progression of your mouth in order to be able to recommend helpful preventive treatments. Instead of waiting till a problem with a tooth spreads to the roots, your dentist can take care of the small issues before they have the chance to become large and expensive. During your dental exams, you can expect:
- Your dentist to examine your oral hygiene along with your overall oral health for any signs of decay, infection, disease and even cancer.
- Your dentist will examine any previous dental work to ensure it is provided the protection desired.
- Perform any dental X-rays or diagnostics needed.
- In the event that you have opted for fluoride treatments and/or dental sealants, those will also be checked and applied during your visit.
Schedule your Dental Cleaning & Exams
In addition to checking the health of your teeth and gums, your dentist can also check for any early signs of oral cancer. Early detection of oral cancer increases survival rate, and dentists are leading the charge to screen all their patients. Schedule an appointment for dental cleanings & exams with us today!