The holiday season is here and before you know it, 2024 will be over. Before that happens, we hope you will stop by for a checkup and cleaning, using your remaining 2024 dental benefits before they’re gone, and starting a new year with a new smile. In today’s blog, your Lake Orion, MI, dentist talks about our dental exams and cleanings.
The Checkup Process
During your dental exam, our team will take a close look at your smile with digital x-rays and intraoral cameras, which enables us to make a diagnosis with precision and accuracy. We can assess the cause and severity of the oral health issues you have, and plan treatment to improve your smile. We look for issues like tooth decay, infection, gingivitis, and gum disease. We also screen for oral cancer and watch for issues like TMJ disorder and bruxism (teeth grinding). For kids, we make sure teeth are erupting and falling out as they should, and assess the presence of tooth decay. For kids, these visits help reduce dental anxiety and help them better understand the importance of caring for their smiles.
Treatment Before the Year Ends
You only have a few weeks before the year ends. Don’t let your 2024 dental insurance benefits or health savings account funds expire without being used completely. Talk to our team, we can see what benefits you have available and help plan treatment. There is still time to handle your cavities, periodontal issues, or missing teeth before 2024 comes to a close. Often, we can use holistic and metal-free materials like composite resin or ceramic to create fillings or crowns that bond with your smile and offer a lifelike appearance.
Cleaning Your Teeth
In the same visit, we will also clean your teeth. A dental cleaning means that we will remove all plaque and tartar from your smile to help reduce the risk of bad breath, teeth stains, cavities, and even periodontal issues. For kids, we could talk about options like fluoride and dental sealants to help lower their risk of tooth decay. If you have any questions about how we help safeguard smiles with a checkup and cleaning visit, or if you want to schedule one for you or a member of your family, then contact our team today to learn more. We want to help you smile with confidence again, so reach out soon.
Talk to Your Lake Orion, MI Dentist’s Office About Exams and Cleanings
Our team wants to help you end 2024 and start 2025 with a strong and healthy smile, and that starts with a simple checkup visit, so reach out soon. To schedule an appointment for our general treatments, then call Lake Orion Family Dentistry at (248)693-6213!
