Summer is a great time for families to schedule a checkup and cleaning, so kids can receive care without missing school. These visits help every member of the family, from the youngest to the oldest. In today’s blog, your Omaha, NE, dentist talks about the benefits of a summertime checkup and cleaning, and why you should see us for one soon!
Your Dental Checkup
Your dental checkup allows us to thoroughly examine your teeth, gums and oral structures. We can make a diagnosis with precision and accuracy using digital x-rays and intraoral camera technology, identifying issues that need treatment. In fact, we can often catch these in the early stages if you maintain a regular checkup schedule every six months. Our team will look for issues like tooth decay, gingivitis, dental infection, and gum disease. We watch for TMJ disorder and bruxism (teeth grinding) and for adults, we can screen for oral cancer. These visits benefit patients of all ages, even kids as young as age two!
Cleaning Your Teeth
In the same sitting, our team will take time to clean your teeth, which involves removing all plaque and tartar from your smile. We do so with an ultrasonic scaling device and a manual tool, so we can thoroughly remove these layers. We then polish the teeth, which makes it more difficult for major plaque and tartar buildup to accumulate in between visits, and also offers a brighter smile. A cleaning can lower the risk of bad breath, teeth stains, cavities, and even gum disease.
Better Homecare Actions
We also ask about your oral hygiene routine so that we can offer tips for protecting your smile at home in between these visits. For example, we want to make sure you brush for two minutes every morning and evening, using a fluoride toothpaste each time. You should also floss every evening before you brush that second time. These actions help lower the risk of cavities and gum disease by controlling buildup. You can also help by cutting back on the amount of sugar and starch in your diet, and by avoiding tobacco products.
If you have any questions about our checkup and cleaning visits, or if you would like to schedule one now for you and your family, then contact our team today to learn more and get started. We can also discuss better at-home oral hygiene routines and offer tips for protecting your teeth and gums!
Learn More About Preventive Dentistry By Calling Our Team
Our team is ready to help you maintain good oral health with a routine checkup and cleaning visit. Remember, these visits are essential for every member of your family! Call Pacific Hills Dental in Omaha, NE, today at (402)330-2243.
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