EXAM & TEETH CLEANING
Visiting your dentist regularly for a teeth cleaning and check-up is an integral part of maintaining good oral health and hygiene. At Parkland Mall Dental Centre, we provide detailed exams and dental cleaning for patients in Red Deer and the surrounding areas. Whether it’s your child’s first dental appointment or you’re due for your regular check-up or cleaning, we are here to provide you with comprehensive oral care and services.
Our Red Deer dentists and dental hygienists strive to provide excellent dental care and treatments for all our clients. When you visit us for a dental cleaning, your teeth will be thoroughly cleaned and examined, leaving you with a shiny, healthier smile. Typically, the following services are provided during your teeth cleaning:
During your first visit, our dentist will take a number of steps to ensure good oral health and hygiene for you.
During your detailed examination, your dentist will inspect your gums for any signs or symptoms that could affect your oral health and overall well-being. Some things that your dentist will check for include:
Your dental exam will also include x-rays to help identify well-hidden or underlying issues.
Then, our dentist will proceed to explain any potential problems or concerns they found during the exam. At Parkland Mall Dental Centre, we do our best to make sure that our patients are thoroughly aware of the condition of their oral health as well as the causes and symptoms of problems or diseases. It’s also important that you aid us in this process by telling your dentist about any existing medical conditions and pain or changes in your teeth and gums.
After providing a comprehensive diagnosis, your dentist will discuss your next steps towards maintaining good oral health. This may include recommending particular treatments or preventative care. Then, we will help you establish a schedule for regular visits to help make sure that you get your check-ups and cleanings at the appropriate time.
In most cases, a dental exam as well as a teeth cleaning are completed during a single visit. Dental cleanings are important for maintaining the health of your teeth and gums. Depending on the condition of your gums and the amount of plaque and/or tartar you have built up since your last cleaning, a dental cleaning can range from a single appointment lasting 30-60 minutes up to several appointments. Plaque is a sticky, soft film that contains harmful bacteria and can cause tooth decay. Tartar is the result of build-up of plaque and can result in gum disease such as gingivitis. Once your cleaning is completed, the teeth are polished to remove stains as well as residual plaque. Our hygienist will advise you on how to be more effective in brushing and flossing your teeth, particularly in areas of the mouth that are problem areas for you. A fluoride treatment is often recommended in order to strengthen your teeth and prevent cavities. Our hygienists will customize a cleaning regimen that is optimal for you on a case-by-case basis.
Both regular trips to the dentist and practicing proper at-home care are part of having healthy teeth and gums. While it’s important to get regular professional care, you should understand that having good dental hygiene ultimately starts with you. Here’s some information about how to properly take care of your teeth and gums:
Regular visits to the dentist are very important to ensure good oral health and hygiene. Our dentists can perform proper examinations to identify problems before they become worse and ensure that there are no underlying issues in your teeth or gums. The general recommendation is to visit the dentist at least once every six months, however this depends on your individual dental needs.
If you are experiencing a severe toothache or if you have suffered an accident that causes injury to your teeth, call Parkland Mall Dental Centre for emergency dental services.
Having good oral hygiene is an integral part of maintaining your body’s health and well-being. Most people are aware that visiting the dentist regularly and practicing good at-home care helps to prevent tooth decay, bad breath, and gum disease such as gingivitis.
But did you also know that taking good care of your teeth and gums helps to keep the rest of your body healthy as well? Studies show that there may be links between oral disease and other diseases such as diabetes, leukemia, oral cancer, pancreatic cancer, heart disease, and kidney disease. Poor oral hygiene can also result in premature births and respiratory illness.
If you are experiencing a severe toothache or if you have suffered an accident that causes injury to your teeth, call Parkland Mall Dental Centre for emergency dental services.
If you have questions about a teeth cleaning or other dental services, or have some concerns about your child’s first appointment, please feel free to contact our office or visit our Red Deer dental clinic in Parkland Mall Dental Centre. We will be more than happy to give you more information or advice.