Regular dental checkups and cleanings are your best defense against preventable conditions such as tooth decay, gingivitis, gum disease, bad breath, and oral infections.
Even if you follow standard guidelines like brushing and flossing twice daily or after every meal, you must visit the dentist every six months. Your toothbrush and floss cannot remove stubborn tartar or navigate hard-to-reach areas at the back of the mouth.
What to Expect at Your Checkup and Teeth Cleaning
Your six-month dental checkup in Alexandria, VA, helps your dentist locate and diagnose emerging oral health issues before they put your oral health at significant risk. For example, a minor cavity requires less tooth removal than a larger area of decay.
Your dental exam includes oral cancer screening, periodontal check, periodic x-rays, and teeth cleaning.
Periodontal checks allow us to catch gum disease in the early gingivitis stage when it is still reversible. Full periodontitis is merely treatable. Gum disease, diagnosed late, can cost you your smile and impact your whole-body wellness.
Professional teeth cleanings remove plaque and tartar to preserve your teeth and keep your smile healthy.
Caring for Your Smile Between Checkups and Cleanings
Implementing an excellent oral hygiene routine and practicing it daily is essential!
- Brush your teeth after eating or twice daily at a minimum.
- Floss your teeth after eating or once daily at a minimum.
- Avoid sugary and acidic snacks and drinks.
- Talk to your dentist if you notice oral health issues like tooth sensitivity.
- Protect your teeth during sports with a mouthguard.
If you have oral hygiene questions, never hesitate to contact a member of our dental team.
Schedule Your Next Dental Checkup and Teeth Cleaning Today
Call our dental office to learn more about our dental services or savings plan, or book your next exam and teeth cleaning in Alexandria, VA.