We want to help you start 2025 with a bright and healthy smile, which means now is a great time to schedule a checkup and cleaning visit. For patients of all ages, from kids to adults, this can help boost overall oral health. In today’s blog, your Overland Park, KS, dentist talks about the importance of a checkup and cleaning.
The Importance of a Dental Exam
When was the last time you and your family saw our team for a dental exam? We recommend a checkup at least once every six months for patients of all ages, including children and adults. When you undergo an exam, our team will look closely at your teeth, roots, gums, and oral structures for signs of trouble, and implement advanced digital imaging in the process. We make a diagnosis with precision and accuracy, identifying areas of concern and planning treatment to help restore your smile to optimal health, function, and beauty.
The Dental Cleaning Process
Along with an exam, our team will also take time to clean your teeth in the same visit. Again, this is helpful for kids and adults, and is necessary even if you brush and floss. With a professional dental cleaning, our team will use an ultrasonic scaling device and a manual tool to gently break up and remove harmful buildup. Removing plaque and tartar from your teeth helps lower the risk of tooth decay and gum disease, and also helps fight bad breath and teeth stains. The process only takes a few minutes, and we complete it by polishing your teeth, which makes it more difficult for plaque and tartar to accumulate. This also brightens your smile too!
Caring for Your Teeth and Gums at Home
In between your visits to our office, you and your family should take steps to care of your smile from home. Each day, you need to brush in the morning and evening for two minutes using a soft-bristled toothbrush and a fluoride toothpaste. You also need to floss every evening. These actions help remove stray food and drink particles, and can reduce the severity of plaque and tartar buildup before your next cleaning. You can also help by cutting back on sugar and starch on your diet, which also fights serious plaque and tartar buildup.
If you have any questions about how our team will safeguard your smile with a checkup and cleaning, then contact our team today to learn more. We want to help you and your family smile with confidence!
Schedule An Appointment for Preventive Dentistry
We want to help you start your new year on the path to a healthier and brighter smile. To schedule an appointment with Family First Dental in Overland Park, KS, call 913-381-2600.