Dental Check-up and Clean

Keeping your smile healthy and beautiful is our number one priority. Routine check-ups are an integral part of maintaining good oral health.

One of the most important ways you can help do good by your mouth is to visit us for twice-yearly checkup and cleans.

During your six-monthly visits, we’ll perform a thorough examination of your teeth and gums to screen for any changes that have occurred since your last visit. That way issues can be caught early, before they develop into something more complex or painful.

Six month cleans remove buildup that accumulates between appointments, improving your oral hygiene, and freshening your breath.

We’ll monitor tartar levels and screen for early signs of gum disease, so that infections can be addressed while they’re still reversible. When caught at the earliest stage, gingivitis can be managed before it evolves into gum and bone loss.

The typical checkup appointment usually lasts between 40-50 minutes. For younger patients, the visit may be a bit shorter.

What Happens During a Checkup and Cleaning?

During these important visits, we have the chance to:

• Take x-rays to look for changes or problems
• Thoroughly clean your teeth
• Perform a fluoride treatment (if necessary)
• Make recommendations for further custom treatments

Screen your mouth for problems before they turn serious, including infections, tooth decay, oral cancer and more. Checkup and cleans are designed to keep your smile beaming for years to come, and give our dentist a chance to provide their expertise when it comes to your oral health.

We also will give you advice on any areas that may help – like showing you if an electric brush would help, using interdental cleaners like Pixters or Floss, and other things that will help you on your journey to a healthy mouth and teeth.