Practicing good dental hygiene can lead to more than just healthy teeth and a beautiful smile. It does a lot for your general health, too, even helping you avoid such problems as stroke, heart disease, and diabetes.
Therefore, we recommend that you visit us at least twice a year for a professional dental cleaning and examination, one that will remove the plaque and tartar that build up no matter how good your oral hygiene practices are at home.
During your visit, you will be greeted by our friendly receptionist who will help you check in, process any required paperwork required before your examination, and make sure your next appointment is set at the end of your visit. If it is your first visit with us, once you meet with your hygienist you will go over your dental history before the cleaning begins. This is to make sure that all your needs are taken care of and you get the proper care you came for. It is important to mention any kinds of changes in your health, medications you have started taking, and any concerns you may have. Sometimes a simple explanation can make your visit far more enjoyable and relaxed.
Once all the steps have been taken before your examination, it is time for your cleaning. The first thing that happens is the removal of any build up on your teeth. After a thorough rinsing of your mouth, the cleaning process starts with the scraping off of plaque and tartar – don’t worry! This may sound scary but is usually painless. The polishing step comes next which helps smooth your teeth and give them a shiny finish. This gives you a beautiful smile and helps keeps plaque from sticking between visits.
Your teeth will now be examined to help detect any problem areas. Your dentist will use a metal probe with a small angled mirror to check for signs of cavities and the softening of tooth enamel. Your gums will be check for any swelling or signs of gum disease. Your dentist may choose to use x-rays to help spot cavities or inspect your jaw bones.
Your dentist will let you know your results and the health of your teeth. He may give you advice on how to improve your daily oral hygiene to reduce the likelihood of dental decay and oral disease. Even perfect daily oral hygiene can’t beat a visit to your dentist.
In between visits, you should be brushing your teeth twice a day with a Canadian Dental Association-accepted fluoride toothpaste and flossing between your teeth at least once a day to get rid of the food particles and bacteria your brush can’t reach. During your visit, we’ll be glad to show you the proper way to brush and floss your teeth to keep them as healthy as possible for as long as possible. At Seven Oaks Dental Centre, you will always get a thorough, professional dental cleaning and examination to ensure a healthy and happy smile for life! Call us today to book your next cleaning and examination – 204-334-4388.