Checkups and cleanings are a great way to help kids and adults alike, basically every member of your family, enjoy good oral health. With regular visits, we can help strengthen the teeth and gums. In today’s blog, your Lake Orion, MI, dentist talks about ensuring good oral health with a checkup and cleaning.
Checkups for Kids and Adults
A dental checkup every six months can protect smiles of all ages. We want kids two and older to see us every six months, and the same goes for teens, adults, and even seniors. The issues that threaten our teeth and gums, such as cavities, infections, and even periodontal disease, don’t form overnight, and routine visits enable us to catch them early so we can provide holistic and metal-free solutions to them, protecting the health, function, and beauty of the smile. We will conduct a detailed exam with digital technology, which means less time in the chair, and a more accurate diagnosis. The process is also more accurate and comfortable too, no bite wings or lengthy waits for images to deliver in harsh chemicals, just an instant and accurate picture of your smile, so we can identify any risks and plan care to protect your oral health!
Cleaning Smiles
When was the last time you had your teeth professionally cleaned? A dental cleaning allows our team to gently and thoroughly remove all harmful layers of plaque and tartar from the teeth and from along the gum line. The process only takes a few minutes, and this can help brighten teeth and fight bad breath and teeth stains. This also helps lower the risk of issues like cavities and even gum disease, so you can enjoy better oral health and a more attractive smile too!
Preventive Actions for Kids
We know that even if kids brush and floss, limited dexterity and other factors could still make them likely to develop cavities. Which is why in addition to our preventive checkups and cleanings, we also offer treatments to help fight cavities. As part of their exam, we can apply fluoride directly to the teeth to strengthen the protective layer of outer enamel, preventing the erosion linked to cavities and infection.
We also have dental sealants, which coat the rear teeth and prevent cavities from forming in between the molars. We apply the sealants in seconds, and they can stay in place for years to come, up to ten in some cases, protecting smiles from issues like decay and infection. If you have any questions, then contact our team today to learn more.
Lake Orion Family Dentistry Provides General Dental Care
Our team wants to help protect the smile from common threats like tooth decay and gum disease. To find out more about our exams and cleanings, or to schedule an appointment, call Lake Orion Family Dentistry in Lake Orion, MI at (248)693-6213.
