Everyone deserves a chance at feeling confident and comfortable in their own skin, and for many people, that begins with loving their smile. Indeed, your smile is one of the first attributes a person may notice about you, and how it appears can speak volumes about your oral health practices and overall confidence. In order to get to a great spot, however, you must engage in consistent dental prevention starting at an early age. In today’s blog, your Cedar Rapids, IA dentist explains why it is important you attend your routine dental checkup and what you can expect from the process.
First, We Take Your X-Rays
From a young age, you might have been told that it is essential you brush your teeth every day. Indeed, your oral health is something that you want to ensure is protected, and though there are a few natural defenses in place, there are significantly more factors that pose a threat. Because of this, we recommend a well-rounded routine that consists of at-home care and in-office visits.
Your in-office dental checkup is arguably the most important dental appointment to maintain. Though you may be doing your part to brush, floss, and rinse with mouthwash regularly at home, no preventive routine is complete without your checkup.
When you come into our office for your visit, we will begin by taking your X-Rays. These images help us gain a better understanding of your smile’s layout and helps identify potential problem areas to look at. They often only take a few minutes to complete, then you are led back to the chair to begin the examination. To learn more about this process and how our team can help, give us a call today.
Examining the Mouth for Various Concerns
After your X-Rays, your dentist will take an even closer look at your teeth and other oral structures. In fact, we take care to check your teeth, gums, tongue, cheeks, floor of the mouth, and roof of the mouth for any signs or symptoms of concern.
During this step, we can perform an oral cancer screening as well to make sure there are not any red or white rough patches or other signs of oral cancer. Contact our team today to schedule your appointment and get started.
Providing a Detailed Cleaning
Once your structures have been examined for damage, infection, and other concerns, we will provide a detailed cleaning. Though you are practicing prevention at home, sometimes difficult plaque or tartar deposits nestle their way into the hard-to-access areas that normal brushing will not address alone. We then polish your teeth, and you are on your way!
Let’s Schedule Your Visit
Contact Cedar Dental in Cedar Rapids, IA by calling 319-364-7108 to schedule your next appointment with our team and learn more about the need for a well-rounded preventive dental routine.
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