Dental Check-Up in Vermont
A dental check-up at Melbourne Dental Family Care involves inspecting the teeth for issues and using technologically advanced equipment to perform radiographs or x-rays to ascertain a patient’s oral health and determine the likelihood of any dental health issues occurring. Dental cleaning can also be carried out during the same appointment.
While performing a dental check-up, if our dentist finds traces of an underlying dental problem, they will explain the condition and recommend suitable treatment options.
What Can a Dental Check-Up Involve?
- Dental X-Ray – Getting x-rays done is not necessary for every dental check-up. The procedure is usually done on sections of the mouth to accurately diagnose underlying dental problems that might not be visible during some dental check-ups. Based on your dental history, the dentist may suggest getting an x-ray done. Your dentist may also consider taking an x-ray to follow-up on recovery after an accident.
- Oral Cancer Exam – A dentist or hygienist will perform an oral cancer exam on your mouth to detect the presence of precancerous cells. This usually includes looking for the presence of red or white sores on the inside of the mouth. During the examination, your dentist or hygienist will inspect areas under the jaw, the sides of the neck, the sides of the tongue, the roof and floor of your mouth, and even the insides of lips and cheeks to identify any cancerous growths. Melbourne Dental Family Careencourages patients to undergo an oral cancer examination every year regardless of their healthy lifestyle habits. The examination only takes a few minutes.
- Dental Impressions – Bite and jaw alignment are two important factors that are often neglected. A dentist or hygienist will consider taking your dental impression to study how your jaws are aligning as well as the bite. This procedure involves making trays that replicate the exact impression of your teeth.
A General Dental Cleaning Procedure Includes:
- Cleaning – Even with regular brushing and flossing, the chances of plaque hardening is inevitable. Only dental cleaning done by a professional dentist or dental hygienist can thoroughly clean and remove hardened plaque (also known as calculus or tartar). Usually, the dentist or hygienist will use traditional tools and equipment to perform necessary clean-up procedures. Alternatively, ultrasonic scalers can be used for a deeper dental cleaning.
- Polishing – After a thorough dental check-up and clean, polishing is the next step to remove plaque and stains from the surfaces of the teeth. This dental procedure is essential to preserve enamel. A polish that has gentle abrasives and fluoride in it is applied on small hand-held equipment that rotates and polishes your teeth.
- Prevention – After the cleaning procedure is completed, your dentist or dental hygienist will give you instructions that will improve your oral health as well as hygiene practices to follow at home. They will also schedule your next appointment to ensure routine cleaning. At Melbourne Dental Family Care, our team put their expertise to work and perform treatments that will be effective in improving oral health in the long-term. We provide a treatment plan that caters to each individual.
Book a Dental Check-Up Today
To make an appointment for a thorough dental check-up in Vermont, contact the friendly team at Melbourne Dental Family Care. Call us on (03) 9654 6181 or contact us online today.
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