Routine preventative care and maintenance consultations with your dentist will not only maintain your long-term oral health, but also prevent tartar formation, decay, and periodontal disease. They also help you avoid expensive interventions and added hours in the upcoming dental sessions.
Brushing at least two to three times and flossing once every day should be part of everyone's daily home preventative regimen. You should, however, use the kinds of toothpaste, mouthwashes, and dental floss that could maintain your teeth for years.
A dental hygienist, the one who will clean your teeth, will begin by performing a physical examination of your entire mouth. They will examine your teeth and gums with a magnifying mirror for indicators of gingivitis or inflamed gums, or other potential problems. If severe issues are discovered, the practitioner may contact your dentist to confirm that it is not safe to proceed.
The dentist uses a scaler to remove dental plaque between your gum line and teeth, guided by a bit of screen. It's common to hear scraping sounds. The more tartar there is in a patients’ tooth, the longer it will take to scrape a certain area.
Plaque is prevented from forming and stiffening forming tartar by regular brushing. Tartar should only be removed at a dental clinic once it has formed. If all this is your least preferred aspect of the dental routine, the takeaway is to brush and floss frequently.
Regularly taking a medical history and reviewing any changes, even minor ones, might help rule out long-term illnesses like cancer. A routine cancer screening can detect even the tiniest changes in your mouth's soft tissues. Oral cancer can save several lives each year if caught early.
Good oral health is a team effort between you and a competent dentist. Preventative care and oral cleanings will keep your gums and teeth resilient and safe between dental visits. Routine checkups and cleanings, a devoted at-home cleanliness regime, and a healthy, balanced diet can all assist in keeping minor problems from needing major procedures.
West Reno Dental offers comprehensive cleaning and preventive dental care services at an affordable range by our dentist Dr. Davis and his dental experts. For more information and appointments, call us at (775) 323-4054, book online, or visit us at 9680 S. McCarran Blvd., Reno, NV 89523.
9680 S McCarran Blvd, Reno, NV 89523
Phone: (775) 323-4054
MON - THU 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
FRI 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
SAT - SUN Closed
9680 S McCarran Blvd, Reno, NV 89523
