At Oris Dental, your Sunshine Coast dentists, we highly recommend regular dental checkups and cleanings for all our patients. These routine visits are crucial for maintaining optimal oral health. We urge our patients to prioritize preventive care, scheduling regular visits rather than waiting for issues to arise.
By having checkups every six months, potential dental problems can be identified early, reducing the need for extensive procedures. A healthy mouth, with clean teeth, fresh breath, and firm, pink gums, is indicative of effective daily oral care.
Regular checkups play a key role in ensuring your oral health stays on track. Don't wait, book your dental checkup with Oris Dental now! Explore the cost of dental checkup options that fit your needs.
What To Expect: Dental Checkup
On your first visit to a dental professional, they will review your complete medical history. Always inform your dental professional of any medical conditions you may have — such as diabetes, a heart murmur or if you are pregnant — keep them apprised of any changes in your condition, and tell them what medications you’re taking, even those you purchase over the counter. Your dentist may need to coordinate treatment with your doctor.
Dental check-ups almost always include a complete, professional cleaning. Using special instruments, your dentist or a dental hygienist will scrape the inner and outer surfaces of your teeth and just below your gum line to remove any build-up of plaque and tartar. It’s important to remember that you can clean away plaque on your own by brushing your teeth and flossing, but once you have tartar, only your dental professional can remove it. They may decide to polish and floss your teeth, as well, helping to remove any surface stains and restore your teeth to their natural shade.
Your dental professional then will perform a thorough examination of your teeth, gums and mouth, looking for signs of tooth decay, gum disease or other oral health issues. Their goal will be to identify any issues early enough for reversal of disease and to prevent conditions from becoming serious.
Depending on your age and medical condition, your dentist may advise that X-rays are necessary to assist diagnosis of oral health issues related to your jawbone, tooth roots, impacted teeth such as wisdom teeth, or decay between your teeth. Modern dental X-ray equipment emits very little radiation, or no more than you would receive from a weekend watching TV. Your dentist will advise you to wear a lead apron while X-rays are being taken as a precaution.
If further treatment is required, such as filling a cavity or repairing a broken crown, it’s best to make an appointment before you leave the office and address your situation as soon as possible.
Get in touch with our dedicated team if you're looking for dental services along the coastal hubs of Kawana, Caloundra or Maroochydore.