Dental Exam & Cleaning in La Palma
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What are Dental Exams & Cleanings?
Keeping your teeth healthy and clean requires more than just regular brushing and flossing at home. Routine cleanings and exams are necessary when it comes to removing heavy tartar buildup and spotting problems before they get worse. Prevention is key when it concerns a healthy, bright smile for life. Exams and cleanings should be done every six months, and they’re ideal for patients of all ages and varying medical needs.
Why would Dental Exams & Cleanings be needed?
Even with the very best at-home care, you should make it a habit to come into the office every six months for a checkup visit. Cleanings are important because they work to remove hardened buildup that is nearly impossible to remove safely on your own. Exams allow us to get an in-depth look at your smile, spotting problems before they are allowed to get worse. Even if it’s been awhile since your last appointment, an exam and cleaning is a necessary step in caring for your smile.
Who is a candidate for Dental Exams & Cleanings?
Each member of your family is a good candidate for dental exams and cleanings. In fact, it’s never too soon to get your children in for their first appointments. If it’s been years since your last dental visit, we offer care in a relaxed and judgement-free manner. Our goal is to simply care for your teeth in an affordable and professional way.
What happens during the appointment for Dental Exams & Cleanings?
The appointment will normally begin with a cleaning. The cleaning is performed by a licensed and registered dental hygienist. The hygienist cleans the teeth of tartar buildup and removes any surface stains. The teeth are flossed, polished and the gums checked for signs of pocketing, which could signal either gingivitis or gum disease. The exam is then conducted, which looks for cavities and other intraoral problems, like oral cancer. We’ll then schedule you for any other work you need to have done as well as your next bi-annual checkup visit.
Looking for a Dental Exam in La Palma, CA?
If you would like to come into our La Palma dental office for a dental exam and cleaning, please don’t hesitate to call us today so that one of our staff members can schedule an appointment for you. We look forward to treating you and your family!
