Why See a Dentist?

Your smile always makes a significant first impression. Keeping your teeth clean can help maintain that beautiful smile you were born with. This goal can be easily achieved by taking care of your teeth, eating a balanced diet, and visiting the dentist regularly. Being an important part of your body, your oral health plays a key role in keeping your body healthy.

How often should I see the dentist for a check up and cleaning?

Bi-annual checkups at the dentist are recommended for ideal results.

What happens during a dental check-up?

During your check up, our dentists will look for early signs of oral cancer and many other diseases. Our dentists will also look for gum disease, cavities, eroded fillings, tooth fractures, and oral infections. He or she is trained to detect small problems before they become unmanageable, and can often treat a problem right away.

Why do I need my teeth cleaned?

Professional cleaning is the only way to remove hardened deposits of tartar from your teeth. If tartar is not removed, it can cause gum disease, the leading cause of tooth loss in adults. Cleaning also smoothes and polishes the surface of your teeth and your fillings so they are less likely to accumulate plaque (the invisible bacterial film that builds up on teeth every day). Finally, cleaning removes s0tains and mild discoloration, improving the appearance of your teeth.

When should a child visit a dentist for the first time?

Your child needs to see a dentist as soon as first teeth are appear in the mouth between 6 months and 1 year.