Now that summer is here and your kids are about to be off for a few months, it is a great time to schedule a checkup for you and your family. A dental exam is an excellent way to ensure everyone continues to enjoy good oral health. In today’s blog, your Brighton, MA, dentist talks about starting summer with a dental exam and keeping smiles bright and healthy for the months to come!
Our Dental Checkups
A dental checkup is beneficial for patients of all ages, and starting at age two we all need one every six months. The issues that could threaten smiles, such as tooth decay or gum disease, don’t form overnight, so a visit every few months allows us to catch them in the early stages, often taking action before you experience painful symptoms or risk the stability of your smile. To make an exam with detail and precision, we will use digital x-rays and intraoral cameras. We can then create a personalized treatment plan to address any concerns we may find, so you can start the path to a stronger and healthier smile. For kids, this is also a chance to instill good oral health habits and ensure they don’t have dental anxiety later in life.
Taking Time to Clean Your Teeth
We also clean your teeth in the same visit. You see, over time plaque buildup can coat the teeth and harden into tartar. This buildup then irritates and inflames gums to cause issues like gingivitis and gum disease, and also weakens tooth enamel to cause cavities or even infection. The buildup is also linked to bad breath and stained teeth. But our team can help with a professional dental cleaning. Our team will use an ultrasonic scaling device, which emits gentle vibrations to remove all plaque and tartar. With a manual pic, we can remove any remaining stubborn portions. We then polish the teeth to brighten your smile and limit the ability for plaque and tartar buildup to occur before your next visit.
Protecting Your Smile at Home
You can also take steps at home to help protect your smile in between these routine visits. For example, you can start and end your day by brushing your teeth for two minutes with a soft-bristled toothbrush and a fluoride toothpaste. You also need to floss every evening, and if possible, cut back on the amount of sugar and starch in your diet. Avoid tobacco products too! These actions can help safeguard your teeth and gums.
Talk to Brighton Family Dental About Dental Exams
Our team wants to help you and your family maintain good oral health with our six-month dental checkups. Learn more about how our team helps smiles with a routine dental exam by calling us at Brighton Family Dental Group in Brighton, MA, today at (617) 562-5210.
