2002 Spring Arbor Road, Suite C, Jackson(517) 782-0900
A checkup every six months, with an oral cancer screening at your exam and a professional cleaning and polish.
Even when your teeth and gums feel fine, only a professional exam and cleaning can confirm that your mouth is healthy. If it has been more than six months since your last visit, it is time to book one.
The exam is a full look at your teeth and gums for decay and gum disease. If anything needs care, the team explains it and sets up the right treatment, such as a filling, a fluoride treatment or, if it is needed, root canal therapy.
Every exam includes an oral cancer screening, because finding it early makes prompt treatment possible.
A professional cleaning removes the plaque and tartar that lead to decay, then polishes your teeth. Your hygienist also looks at how you brush and floss at home and offers help if anything could be easier.
When plaque and tartar build up below the gum line, a deeper cleaning called scaling and root planing removes it and smooths the tooth roots so the gums can heal. It is done with local anesthesia, a session usually takes one to two hours, and some patients need more than one visit.
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Most patients come every six months. The right interval can change with your oral health, for example if you have gum disease or a higher risk of cavities.
Plaque and tartar removal and a polish, and sometimes a fluoride application. It comes with an exam that checks for cavities, gum concerns and other conditions.
X-rays are recommended based on your dental history and current condition. They help find hidden cavities, bone loss or infections that an exam alone might not show.
Patients with sensitive teeth or inflamed gums may feel mild discomfort. Cleanings are adjusted for comfort, and desensitizing agents can be used when needed.