Regular dental visits are essential to maintain healthy oral hygiene and are crucial in preventative dentistry. Even if your teeth feel and look fine, there could be underlying issues that need attention.
At Gentle Dental, we strongly encourage a general dental check-up every six months. Our thorough check-ups are delivered by expert dentists specialising in early detection and prevention. Our goal is to prevent you from experiencing severe pain and incurring costly treatments in the future.
Delaying your routine dentist check-up and clean is not worth the risk. In this blog, we discuss the importance of regular dental check-ups and how it can save your oral health.
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What Is Involved in a Routine Dental Check-Up and Clean?
An oral health check-up begins by discussing your dental history and any concerns you may have.
Following this, a thorough examination of your teeth, gums, lips and mouth is conducted to identify surface-level issues, such as plaque or gum disease. X-rays are used to identify more serious problems that may not be evident to the eye, including teeth that have not come through the gums, jaw bone damage, and mouth cancer. Based on the results, your dentist will provide tailored oral hygiene advice or recommend a treatment plan to help you achieve optimal dental health.
Your check-up also entails professional dental cleaning to prevent tooth decay and gum disease, known as a ‘scale and polish’. For additional tooth protection, your dentist may also give a fluoride treatment to boost oral health and reduce the risk of cavities.
What Are the Benefits of Regular Dentist Visits?
Attending your regular dental check-ups offers many dental benefits, such as:
Early Detection of Oral Diseases
Oral diseases can easily go unnoticed in their early stages, often showing minimal or no symptoms. Dentists are trained to identify early signs of all dental issues, such as cavities, periodontitis, mouth cancer, and teeth misalignment. Early detection will save you long-term pain and can alleviate expensive dental treatments down the track.
Professional Dental Hygiene Education
Your qualified dentist can offer expertise and guidance tailored to your dental concerns and goals. This may involve organising a treatment plan, recommending dental products or procedures, and demonstrating the best oral hygiene practices.
Remember, do not hesitate to ask your dentist questions about oral hygiene practices – they are here to help you understand and improve your dental health.
Cosmetic Dentistry Advice
Your dental check-up and clean is also an opportunity to raise any cosmetic dentistry concerns, such as teeth whitening or porcelain veneers. If your teeth are crooked, stained or crowded, or you have general insecurities about your mouth, Gentle Dental orthodontic treatment plans can help you achieve your dream smile.
How Often Should You Visit the Dentist?
Generally speaking, we recommend that children and adults should visit the dentist every six months, and that children have their first dental check before their first birthday. However, the regularity of visits varies from case to case. More appointments may be required if a patient is undergoing orthodontic treatment or suffers from an oral disease.
How to Care for Teeth Between Dentist Check-Ups?
Following your dentist’s advice and prioritising daily dental care reduces the likelihood of receiving bad news and needing severe treatment at your next dentist check-up.
Good dental hygiene regimes to implement in your everyday life include:
- Brushing and flossing once a day
- Use a toothpaste that contains fluoride
- Regular mouth washing
- A nutritious diet with lots of vegetables and fruits
- Avoid tobacco and smoking
- Brush your tongue
- Limit sugary foods
Choose Gentle Dental for a Quality Clean & Check-Up in Sydney
Our seven Gentle Dental locations across Sydney offer flexible hours, making it easy to book regular appointments around your busy schedule.
If cost is a concern, Gentle Dental payment plans are designed to alleviate the pressure of expensive ongoing treatments, ensuring affordability for all our patients.
Our dental professionals use state-of-the-art technology to deliver a wide range of services, including tooth extractions, fillings, oral surgery, wisdom teeth removal, root canals, orthodontic treatments, and cosmetic dentistry.
We have created a family-friendly, supportive environment where our specialised team will make you feel comfortable from the moment you walk in. Servicing the Sydney area for over 40 years, you can trust that your dental health is in expert hands. Choose Gentle Dental for your comprehensive yet affordable routine dental check-up..
