Dental Checkups and Teeth Cleanings – Muskegon, MI
The Key to Catching and Preventing Oral Health Problems
The easiest way to protect your teeth from cavities, your gums from infection, and your wallet from large, unexpected dental bills is by prioritizing prevention. That boils down to two things: taking great care of your smile at home and coming to our Muskegon dental office twice a year for a dental checkup and teeth cleaning. If you’re ready to schedule your next appointment, then get in touch with our friendly team. If you want to learn a bit more first, like why your biannual visits are so important, then read on!
Why Choose Healthy Smiles Dental Care of Muskegon for Dental Checkups and Teeth Cleanings?
- Comprehensive Dentistry for All Ages
- Dental Insurance-Friendly Office
- Several Convenient Locations in Michigan
Why are Regular Dental Checkups & Cleanings Important?
Routine dental checkups and teeth cleanings benefit you in countless ways. Here are three main ones:
- Catch oral health problems early on: It can be easy for tooth decay, gum disease, and the like to develop and progress under the radar. At your biannual appointments, your Muskegon dentist can conduct a thorough exam to ensure that any existing oral health problems are detected and treated right away.
- Screen for oral cancer: Remember, your dentist is looking for non-dental issues as well, including oral cancer. If they see anything concerning, like red or white patches on the floor of your mouth, they can bring it to your attention and let you know what to do next, like schedule an appointment with your primary care physician.
- Clear away plaque and tartar: While the toothbrush and floss you use at home can effectively remove some debris from your teeth, they can’t remove built-up plaque and tartar. Fortunately, the tools we use at our office can! Twice a year, we will use these tools to gently clear away harmful substances like these, reducing your risk of oral health problems moving forward.
What to Expect During a Dental Checkup
Your dental exam will be with one of our talented dentists, who are friendly, non-judgmental, experienced, and caring. In addition to asking about any symptoms you’ve been experiencing, they will take a look at your X-rays, conduct an oral cancer screening, and check the condition of your teeth, your gums, and any dental work you have. Then, they will share their findings with you as well as the next steps they recommend taking – whether that’s moving forward with essential restorative care or simply scheduling your next appointment in six months.
What to Expect During a Dental Cleaning
The cleaning portion of your visit will be with one of our incredible dental hygienists. They’ll work to gently remove plaque, tartar, and other debris from your teeth, paying special attention to the hard-to-reach areas of your mouth. If they have any advice for you in the process about how you can improve your at-home oral hygiene regimen, they will share it. Before you leave, they will also floss and polish your teeth, leaving your smile looking and feeling revitalized.