Regular care, again, benefits the patient because you’re maintaining a stable, sound foundation. You know, pretty much, what’s going on with your oral health, if anything. Because again, some patients don’t need any type of work to put them at a stable baseline, but it’s always good to know to go and get that checkup.
It’s no different than your vehicle. You can’t drive it for 20,000 miles and never take it to get oil changed. So, the same concept applies with the patient and their oral care. Just coming in and getting it checked out every once in a while, even if there’s nothing wrong, even if you don’t feel anything wrong, just knowing that, ‘I know for a fact now that nothing’s wrong and I’m good to go.’
Maintain a Clean Bill of Oral Health With New Orleans Dental Cleanings & Dental Exams
Much like checkups from your physician, dental cleanings and dental exams in New Orleans are an important part of maintaining a clean bill of health. Just as you wouldn’t skip your physical, you’ll want to keep your teeth healthy by visiting us for these services every six months.
Regular exams and cleanings will:
- Keep minor dental issues from developing into major problems
- Potentially improve your overall health as well as your oral health
- Give you fresh breath and a smile that looks and feels great
To schedule dental cleanings and exams services, call 7 O’Clock Dental, LLC at 504-266-0664.
Stay Proactive With Thorough Dental Checkups
About 1 out of 4 adults has untreated decay.
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We don’t just check for cavities during your dental exams. Dr. John Tripp also examines you for signs of problems including gum disease, oral cancer, and abnormal wear on teeth that can indicate teeth grinding. So that we don’t miss anything, we use some of the latest dental technologies, such as:
- Digital X-rays to obtain fast and precise images using far less radiation than traditional X-rays. We can easily enlarge or otherwise sharpen images if needed.
- Intraoral cameras to see into every part of your mouth with minimal poking and prodding. We can share images with you so you better understand your treatment options.
Here is what a typical dental checkup looks like:
- Before your dental exam even starts, Dr. Tripp will go over exactly what you should expect and answer any initial questions you have.
- He will then perform a comprehensive exam and a thorough dental cleaning, removing plaque from your teeth and gumline.
- Following your cleaning, he’ll provide fluoride treatment or any other preventive dentistry measures you may need.
- After reviewing your X-rays and findings of your exam, Dr. Tripp will formulate a plan with you for any additional treatments you may need. You’ll discuss your dental care future, then you can schedule any necessary appointments or procedures.
You’ll be out the door in about an hour and a half with truly clean teeth and, more important, control over your oral health.
Call 7 O’Clock Dental, LLC at 504-266-0664 to schedule your dental cleanings and dental exams in New Orleans. You can also schedule online.
Common Questions About Dental Cleanings & Dental Exams
For most of our patients, a dental exam and cleaning will take about an hour. We’ll begin by asking you about any problems and possibly taking a set of X-rays. Your dental hygienist will then look over your mouth and perform a thorough teeth cleaning. Finally, your dentist will perform a complete dental exam and make any recommendations needed for a healthy smile.
Luckily, there’s no reason to wait to eat after your cleaning. However, your teeth and gums may be a little sensitive. So, you may want to avoid extremely hot, cold, or acidic food and beverages for a few hours. Ask your dentist if you have any concerns about what you can eat or drink after your appointment.
If you wait until you are in pain, you already have a serious problem. On top of that, not all dental problems cause pain. By getting regular exams, you get the benefit of having dental professionals look at your mouth. We can identify potential problems or catch them in the early stages. That allows us to fix them before you may need expensive and invasive treatments.