When it comes to maintaining your teeth and gums for life, nothing is more crucial than regular dental care.
Not only do checkups and cleanings help keep your smile healthy, but they also save you time and money by preventing future treatment for preventable issues.
Dental checkups and teeth cleanings every six months can lower your risks for the following oral health issues and conditions:
- Bad Breath
- Tooth Stains
- Tooth Discoloration
- Gum Disease
- Tooth Decay
- Tooth Infections
While it may be reasonably simple to treat bad breath (if a specific health issue does not cause it), it takes time and money to lighten tooth stains, treat tooth decay, and see your Clintonville dentist for root canal therapy.
Additionally, gum disease is only reversible in the early gingivitis stage. If you’re diagnosed with advanced gum disease, it requires ongoing treatment to lower your risks for tooth loss and systemic health complications.
What to Expect at Your Checkup and Teeth Cleaning Appointment
We are a judgment-free dental practice, so always expect a warm greeting and team members who are genuinely invested in your dental health.
Your exam involves a visual check of your teeth, gums, and surrounding tissues, x-rays as needed, an oral health screening, and a conversation detailing all findings.
Your teeth cleaning is a relaxing, gentle treatment that removes stubborn plaque, tartar, and bacteria from your teeth and gums. These are the very ingredients that lead to dental health complications.
Typically, you visit us every six months for a dental checkup and teeth cleaning in Columbus, OH. Between these comprehensive exams, it’s important to brush and floss at least twice daily and report all oral changes to the dentist.
Contact Your Dentist in Columbus, OH
To learn more about our preventive and general dentistry or to schedule an appointment with the dentist, call us today at (614) 261-7210.