Dental Checkups & Cleanings – Jonesboro, AR
Maintain a Healthy Smile
Things can change in your mouth faster than you realize. Plaque and tartar can quickly build up in areas that you haven’t been able to brush properly, and issues like tooth decay can start to develop without you even realizing it. Fortunately, if you visit Dr. Smith for a dental checkup and cleaning every six months, you can have minor problems dealt with long before they become serious oral health threats, thus keeping your smile safe. Call us if you’re ready to schedule your next biannual dental appointment!
Why Choose Shane Smith DDS for Dental Checkups & Cleanings?
- Knowledgeable Dentist and Caring Team
- Locally Owned, Welcoming Dental Practice
- Variety of Dental Insurance Plans Accepted
Why are Regular Dental Checkups & Cleanings Important?
A routine dental checkup and cleaning can end up saving you a lot of trouble in the long run. Having plaque and tartar removed from your teeth by a professional can significantly lower the risk of dental issues occurring. On top of that, if you have a small cavity or another minor oral health problem, your dentist can identify it during a checkup and treat it before it turns into an emergency.
Taking care of your mouth also helps protect the rest of your body. Research shows that poor oral health can increase your chances of suffering from a variety of medical problems. Notably, this includes heart disease and diabetes.
Finally, regular dental checkups and cleanings can potentially save you money in the long run. The treatments needed to address dental emergencies can be quite costly, but you’re less likely to need them if you maintain a healthy smile.
What to Expect During a Dental Checkup
A routine dental checkup generally involves the following steps:
- Our team will complete a thorough examination of your teeth, gums, and bite to see if there are any problems that need to be dealt with.
- A screening will be performed to identify warning signs of oral cancer.
- X-rays may be taken to check for unseen oral health threats. (This is typically done at least once a year.)
- A treatment plan is put together to address any issues that were found.
- Our team will carefully listen to your questions and provide you with detailed, helpful answers.
What to Expect During a Dental Cleaning
During your dental cleaning, we’ll utilize special instruments to remove the plaque and tartar we found while examining your mouth. We’ll be as thorough as possible and pay close attention to any spots that you might have had trouble reaching with your toothbrush. Once that step is done, we will floss your teeth thoroughly. Then we’ll complete the process by polishing your enamel, which will help remove surface stains and allow you to leave our office with a more dazzling grin.