Some people dread a dental check-up, but in truth, it’s quick and comfortable and definitely worth the time! When you visit our Castle Hill dental practice for a check-up and clean, you can expect the following stages:
1. Oral examination
Our dental team at The Village Dentist performs visual and manual screening to check the health of your teeth, gums and all soft tissues in your mouth. They observe many indications of potential dental issues, such as your bite alignment, gum health, plaque build-up, and loose, decayed or broken teeth, as well as examine tissues for signs of oral cancer. Our dentists at the Castle Hill dental clinic listen to you carefully and consider your concerns, which they take onboard while examining your teeth and gums.
2. Dental x-rays
Depending on if you’re a regular at the dental clinic in Castle Hill, your dentist might recommend a dental x-ray. They might also recommend an x-ray if your current records are over a year old. This can provide our team with an in-depth insight into the health of your teeth and gums. It allows our team to identify potential dental issues that are not visible to the human eye, such as tooth roots, hidden decay and infections and bone loss from undiagnosed gum disease.
3. Provision of a personalised treatment plan
In most aspects of life, everyone is different, including everyone’s teeth! For this reason, we provide you with a personalised dental treatment plan, as we understand that not everyone requires the same treatment. After a visit with our dentists in Castle Hill, they’ll develop, discuss and provide a treatment plan unique to your smile. If the term ‘treatment plan’ doesn’t sit well with you, it’s helpful to know that many treatment plans involve non-invasive options, avoiding the need for dental surgery.
4. Scale and polish
Typically, a scale and polish are part of a general check-up. Our dentists and hygienists carefully remove plaque that can build up around your teeth. They also remove tartar, which are calcified deposits that usually form on the gum line. A scale and polish are extremely important in preventing gum disease and gum infections.
5. Flouride treatment
Flouride is an important mineral that helps strengthen your enamel and protect your teeth from tooth decay caused by plaque and tartar buildup. It’s an excellent mineral for fighting harmful bacteria that can affect your teeth and gums. At the end of the check-up and cleaning, your dentist applies a fluoride product to your teeth.
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