Cleanings and Examinations
Many people wonder if making it to their biannual dental appointment is really necessary.
The short answer is – yes!
Good preventive care helps reduce the risk for certain illnesses and can help patients achieve and maintain the level of excellent oral health that helps you look and feel your best.
Medical History
The biannual dental visit is a great opportunity to tell the dentist about any issues or discomfort you’ve been experiencing in your mouth. Patients should also want to give a detailed description of their medical history and come prepared with a list of any medications they are taking.
Knowing a full medical history allows dentists to gain a better understanding of their patients’ overall health. After all, there is a strong systemic link between oral health and the prevalence of many serious health concerns.
For example, periodontitis (advanced gum disease) is associated with heart disease, pancreatic cancer, diabetes, and low birth weight in babies born to mothers with the disease.
Examinations
Warning signs of some dental conditions may be so subtle that only a dentist can identify them.
During the biannual visit, the dentist will thoroughly examine the mouth and check for signs of tooth decay. Patients will also be evaluated for risk factors associated with illnesses such as bone loss and periodontal disease. This way, potential problems can be identified in their early stages while they are easily treatable.
The dentist will also check your bite and may administer x-rays or recommend other diagnostic measures.
Teeth Cleaning
During the visit, your teeth will be gently and professionally cleaned. The dental team will meticulously remove hard-to-reach plaque. At this time, patients may be given tips on how to improve their at-home care routine, and the hygienist can demonstrate proper procedures for brushing and flossing.
A thorough teeth cleaning not only helps improve the health of your teeth, but also makes them look great! A good cleaning can actually have a whitening effect on the smile. A good cleaning will leave you looking and feeling great.
Schedule an Appointment Today!
Are you due for your biannual visit? Contact our office and schedule an appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Examinations are an important opportunity for us to check in with you, see how you are doing, and make sure that your teeth are healthy. We want to catch problems when they are small and can be treated easily.
Unfortunately, by the time you are in pain, simple measures are usually no longer effective. Regular examinations allow us to nip this situation in the bud and keep your teeth healthy and beautiful.
X-rays are a dentist's most important diagnostic tool.
Often, problems start inside your teeth or beneath the gumline. By the time the problem is visible to the naked eye, it can be painful and more difficult to treat. Using x-rays taken on a regular basis, we can catch problems early and treat them quickly and comfortably.
The needs of each patient is different and may change throughout your lifetime based on your health needs. We will make a recommendation designed to keep your smile looking and feeling its best. for most patients, twice-yearly visits will help you stay on track. Other patients who suffer from conditions such as gum disease may require more frequent dental visits to stay healthy.
We know that convenience is important for today’s busy families. That is why we offer dentistry for the whole family, including your children. We begin seeing kids at a young age to make sure they have a healthy dental foundation.
Each child is different! We will determine the type of preventive care necessary for your child based on your child’s unique needs. If you have concerns about certain types of treatment, call our office; we will be happy to discuss those with you.
Meet Our Doctors:
Dr Sanjeev Mishra
- BDS (RGUHS, Bangalore, INDIA)
- MS, Medical Imaging (KUL, BELGIUM)
- Diploma in Advanced Maxillofacial Implantology (University of Lille, FRANCE)
- Certificate in Fixed Orthodontics (Progressive Ortho)
- Member of ADA, IDA, ICOI
Dr Sanjeev has a great interest in dentistry especially in esthetics ...
Dr Hooman Atai
- Bachelor of Oral Health in Dental Science
- Grad Diploma in Dentistry (Griffith Univ.)
- Postgrad Cert in Prosthodontics
- Certificate in Fixed Orthodontics (Progressive Ortho)
- Member of ADA
Dr Atai grew up in Brisbane and graduated from Griffith University with Bachelor ...