What You Need to Know about Dental visits

March 02, 2022, Langley Dental Practice

Dental Exams and Dental Treatments: What's the Difference?

Routine dental examinations and cleanings are part of a dental visit. Dental procedures include fillings, root canals, deep tooth cleanings, teeth extractions, and more. Many of these dental treatments are often planned on an as-needed basis. Preventative dental care can be achieved by scheduling frequent dental examinations.

Why Do You Have to Go to the Dentist?

Check-ups for dental health are essential for everyone. Your dentist can catch any abnormalities with your teeth or oral health that you might not have noticed yourself. If you don't go to the dentist on a regular basis, untreated dental issues will certainly get worse and more difficult to address in the future.

Having your teeth and gums checked by a dentist on a regular basis can also save you money on expensive procedures that could have been avoidable. You are less likely to have cavities if your dentist examines your teeth and provides you with precise suggestions on how to improve your oral hygiene.

According to a study conducted in the United Kingdom, children who only went to the dentist when they had a problem had more decayed teeth and fillings. A study found that children who went to the dentist on a regular basis had fewer teeth extracted.

An additional study of adults found that individuals who went to the dentist only for dental treatments had many more missing teeth than those who went to the dentist on a regular basis for checks. Neglecting your dental health can negatively affect not only oral health, but cardiovascular and respiratory health as well. Your mental health and self esteem could also be affected.

When You Visit the Dentist, What Can You Expect?

Going to the dentist can be frightening, and this apprehension is what prevents many people from scheduling regular appointments. You might find it easier to schedule a dental check-up if you know what's going to happen and what to expect.

Your dentist will do the following during your next appointment:

• Examine your gums, teeth, and mouth thoroughly.

Do not hesitate to bring up any concerns you have about your general well-being or oral health since your last visit.

• Inquire about your dietary habits and whether or not you smoke or drink alcohol.

• Give you tips on how to maintain better oral hygiene and more regular brushing and flossing

• If necessary, recommend treatment or other steps to address dental issues.

Toward the end of the session, your dentist should provide you with a date for your next appointment. When it comes time for your next visit, your dentist will take into account your present dental health and potential future issues.
 

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