Maintaining the health of your teeth and gums requires regular dental checkups. You should see the dentist at least once every six months, or as directed by your dental specialist.
What
happens during your dental appointment?
A standard dental
appointment consists of two parts: a checkup, or examination, and oral
prophylaxis, or cleaning.
During your dental examination, your
dentist will look for cavities. Cavities between your teeth can be detected via
X-rays. Your teeth will be inspected for plaque and tartar during the exam.
Plaque is a bacterial covering that is visible and sticky which can harden and
form tartar if not removed.
Brushing or flossing will not eradicate tartar.
Following that, your gums will be examined.
The depth of the gaps between your teeth and gums will be measured using a
special device. The crevices between the teeth are shallow when the gums are
healthy. Gum disease can cause gaps between teeth to widen.
The examination should also involve a thorough examination of your
tongue, throat, face, head, and neck. This is done to look for signs of
trouble, such as edema, redness, or cancer symptoms.
Your teeth will be cleaned as well during your session. Plaque can be
removed from your teeth with brushing and flossing, but tartar is impossible to
remove at home. During the cleaning, your dentist will use specialized tools to
remove tartar.
- Your
teeth may be polished after they have been scaled for the removal of
surface stains on the teeth.
- Flossing
is the last stage. Floss will be used by your dentist to ensure that the
spaces between your teeth are clean.
What to do in between dental visits?
Look after your teeth and gums in between dental
checkups. Plaque grows on your teeth all the time, but brushing and flossing regularly
can help you keep it under control. Here are
some pointers on how to keep good oral hygiene at home.
- At the absolute least, brush your teeth
twice a day. Make sure you're using fluoride toothpaste.
- Floss daily in the morning and before
sleeping.
- To help control plaque bacteria, use a
mouthwash.
For your dental check-up and professional dental advice, meet our dentist in our City Dental Clinic in Noida.
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