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Proactive Care for Smiles
A diligent at-home oral hygiene routine is essential for maintaining a healthy smile, but professional cleanings and oral exams also play a key role in protecting the health of your teeth and gums.
Regular oral exams, ideally twice a year, give your dentist the opportunity to identify developing oral health problems and treat them before they become more severe.
During your visit, your dentist will take a close look at the health of your teeth, gums, jaw and bite. This may also include dental X-rays, an oral cancer screening, and other diagnostic tests.
Oral Cancer Screening
Oral cancer can affect any part of the mouth or surrounding tissues. During your exam, your dentist will check the face, neck, lips, tongue, throat, and gums for any signs of oral cancer which are difficult to detect with the naked eye.Â
At Home Care for Teeth & Gums
There is nothing like the squeaky-clean feeling you get when your teeth have been professionally cleaned. To maintain that feeling between appointments and prevent tooth decay and gum disease, brush thoroughly twice daily and remember to floss once a day.
Professional Hygiene Cleaning
Dental hygienists are skilled professionals able to perform deep cleaning between teeth and under the gumline, where harmful plaque and bacteria can hide.
To begin your deep cleaning a scaler will be used to remove any tartar build-up from your teeth, then a polisher and coarse toothpaste will brush away leftover stains or plaque. A thorough flossing will finish up your deep cleaning.
Fluoride Treatment
If you are at height risk of tooth decay, your dentist may also recommend a fluoride treatment. Fluoride is a natural mineral that can help to rebuild the minerals in your tooth enamel to prevent or reverse tooth decay.
