If it’s been awhile since you visited the dentist, we want to remind you it’s never too late to resume regular oral health care. Your dentist in Dallas, GA won’t judge you for letting your regular visits slip by — instead, we’ll welcome you with open arms! Can’t remember what to expect from a routine visit to the dentist? Getting the facts straight is necessary for removing fear. We’ve got the info you need in this week’s blog post.
Step One: Hygiene
During a routine checkup and cleaning, you will interact with the dentist as well as their dental hygienists and assistants. The team at Distinctive Dentistry takes a warm, caring approach with each and every patient! We begin by thoroughly cleaning your teeth, removing plaque and tartar buildup from the surface of the teeth, between teeth, and around the gum line. Scaling is what we call it when we buff off the hardened plaque, or tartar. After we’ve cleaned your teeth, we’ll give them a quick polish to help your smile really sparkle.
Step Two: X-Rays
Either before or after the hygiene portion of the appointment, we will take any necessary X-rays. X-rays are crucial for getting a look between teeth and beneath the visible surface of your teeth, where decay may be slowly taking hold. Most patients should have X-rays taken annually. All new patients should have X-rays at their first exam at Distinctive Dentistry!
Step Three: Exam
After we have cleaned your teeth and taken any necessary X-rays, it is time for the examination portion of your appointment. Your teeth will be carefully examined and the doctor will view your X-rays to catch any existing oral health issues, like cavities, malfunctioning dental work, evidence of nighttime teeth grinding, and even oral cancer. If we do detect these or other issues, we’ll put together a plan for restorative treatment to help you enjoy full smile health again soon.
At any point during the appointment, your dentist and dental hygienist will also take the time to provide important education based on the specifics of your oral health. Are there areas where you could be brushing better? Should you be wearing a nightguard for teeth grinding? We’ll take the time to go over everything you need to know about your smile.
Step Four: Fluoride, Dental Sealants
Fluoride treatments and dental sealants can finish out the appointment if needed. The treatments are completed within minutes and can provide lasting protection against cavities. Children especially benefit from both preventive measures.
Step Five: Enjoy!
After we have given your smile a final polish and applied any special preventive treatments that you may need, we invite you to look in the mirror and admire your results. That’s how your teeth should feel all the time! Then we’ll schedule an appointment to see you again soon and send you on your way smiling.
Schedule an Appointment Today!
When was your last visit to Distinctive Dentistry? If it’s been longer than six months, it’s time to come in. Contact us to schedule an appointment with your dentist in Dallas, GA today. We can’t wait to see you smile again and again.
