Most experts recommend that you go to your dentist for a check-up at least once every six months. These check-ups are important for you to maintain good oral hygiene. In this post, we’ll discuss what happens during a regular dental visit and how it can benefit you.
What happens during a check-up?
Besides checking for tooth decay, your dentist in Sydney will also perform a head and neck examination, examine your gums, and also check for signs of diabetes, vitamin deficiencies and oral cancer. Following this is the dental cleaning process. During this, dentists are especially attentive to plaque and tartar as these can build up in a very short time if oral hygiene is ignored. Plaque, if not removed, can harden your teeth and cause irritation in the gum tissue which can further lead to gum disease.
The Dental Examination
After the head and neck examination, where your dentist in Sydney CBD examines your face, neck, lymph nodes and lower jaw joints, he or she will conduct a thorough clinical dental examination which includes the following:
- Gum examination for signs of gum disease
- Checking for loose teeth
- Examining tissues inside the mouth
- Examining the tongue and bite
- Inspecting the teeth for signs of tooth decay
- Checking for broken teeth and damaged fillings
- Evaluating possible dental appliances
- Checking teeth contact
- Taking X-rays
Dental Cleaning
During this stage, your dentist will check the cleanliness of your gums and teeth, remove plaque and tartar, polish and floss your teeth, and recommend any measures that you might have to take.
Author Bio: Melanie Stewart is a former dentist in Sydney CBD and writes about dental health and aesthetics. She also works with several health centres such as Premier Dental Sydney to offer her assistance in special cases.
