If you want to keep your teeth and gum healthy, regular dental exams are vital.
Routine visits help detect potential problems from developing, and also help dentists catch problems early so they can determine when to start treatment for the most effective outcome. Dental exams are essential for many reasons; one of the main ones being that serious medical and dental conditions are often painless and asymptomatic.
Even with no apparent symptoms, it’s important to attend regular dental exams and cleanings. Whether you’re new to dental exams, or you’re a seasoned veteran, there are specific things to look for during a 7-point exam and cleaning experience. Take a look.
What to Look for During a 7-Point Exam and Cleaning Experience
At Scarsdale Dental Group, we feel very strongly that hygiene maintenance visits should include all of the following:
- Review of health history and any change in medications.
- Oral cancer screening.
- Proper oral hygiene instructions including “hands on practice and dispensing of any oral health aides (toothbrushes and interproximal cleaning devices etc.)
- Periodontal disease screening including updated periodontal charting.
- A thorough “subgingival cleaning“ with hand instrumentation and polishing.
- Necessary and periodic radiographs and 3D imaging when appropriate.
- Examination, usually by your dentist, who will provide a diagnosis of any dental disease and an appropriate treatment plan.
Whether a new patient or experienced one, you want a dentist that will review your health history and any medication changes at every visit. There are several medications that interfere with dental procedures, so it’s essential for your dentist to know all medications you’re currently taking.
It’s also important for your dentist to perform screenings for oral cancer and periodontal disease, as well as take necessary radiographs and 3D images. Once a thorough review and screening takes place, it’s time for a detailed exam using proper oral health aids and cleaning devices.
A dental exam at Scarsdale Dental Group also includes a thorough cleaning experience. Our experts will remove any tartar and plaque buildup by scraping the gum line from top to bottom and flossing between teeth. The process ends with a polisher that makes your teeth smooth. This not only makes your teeth aesthetically appealing but makes it harder for tartar and plaque to attach to the teeth between visits.
Using a structured 7-point exam and cleaning ritual, our experienced professionals will provide a proper diagnosis of any dental disease and an appropriate treatment plan.
Schedule a 7-Point Exam and Cleaning with Scarsdale Dental Group
Regular dental exams and cleanings safeguards your dental health, while catching potential problems early. Once you receive a 7-point exam and cleaning with us, we can help determine how often you should come in for visits. Typically, patients need a dental exam and cleaning twice a year, but for others with underlying conditions often need more visits. This also applies to patients who no longer have all their natural teeth.
If you’re ready to take control of your oral health, contact us today at 914-723-4707 to schedule an appointment. In addition to our 7-point exam, we also offer various treatments for other dental issues.