When was the last time you sat down for a routine dental checkup and cleaning? If you haven’t had one in the previous six months, now is a great time to schedule a visit. In today’s blog, your team at Rodem Tree Dental talks about helping smiles in Rowlett, TX, with a checkup and cleaning every six months.
The Dental Checkup Process
What happens during your dental checkup? During this appointment, our team will take a close look at your smile, watching for the tell-tale signs of serious issues, ranging from tooth decay and gum disease to TMJ disorder and bruxism (teeth grinding). To ensure a diagnosis with precision and accuracy, we will use digital imaging technology, including intraoral cameras and digital x-ray systems. Our team then creates a treatment plan to address the issues we discover, so we can return your smile to optimal health, function, and beauty again. The process allows us to often identify and address issues before you develop painful symptoms!
Cleaning Your Teeth
Along with a dental exam, we also help protect your smile in the same visit with a dental cleaning. The procedure involves using an ultrasonic scaling device, which emits gentle vibrations, to remove all plaque and tartar from your teeth. We can then employ a manual pick for the stubborn bits of tartar. The last step is to polish your teeth for a brighter appearance and to help limit how much harmful buildup can accumulate before we see you again in six months.
Safeguarding Your Smile at Home
Along with a visit every six months for a checkup and cleaning, we also have a few tips that can help better safeguard your smile from home! For example, take time to brush your teeth for two minutes when you wake up and then do so again before you go to bed. Be sure you use a fluoride toothpaste to help strengthen your outer enamel! We also suggest flossing every evening before you brush that second time. Be sure to limit how much sugar is in your diet, and avoid tobacco products! These steps could help safeguard your smile against common issues like tooth decay and gum disease, so you avoid discomfort and the risk of tooth loss.
If you have any questions about how we protect smiles with a routine checkup and cleaning, then contact our office today to learn more and schedule your next appointment with us!
Schedule an Appointment for Preventive Dentistry With Rodem Tree Dental
Our team wants to help manage and protect your oral health with a preventive visit. To find out more about preventive dental care, call Rodem Tree Dental in Rowlett, TX at 972-475-2321.
