If you are finicky about keeping your gums and teeth as healthy as possible, then regular dental check-ups are a MUST.<\/p>\n
On average, it is advisable to see your dentist<\/strong><\/a> at least twice a year. A check-up can be done once in six (6) months. Alternatively, a comprehensive dental clean and check-up schedule can be drawn up by your dentist.<\/p>\n This is what you get when you pay Kariong Dental Care on the Central Coast a visit today. Our dental professionals will draw up a flexible dental clean and check-up schedule that works for you. One that takes into consideration\u2026<\/p>\n What you should expect from a scheduled visit to your dentist\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n On a typically scheduled visit to your dentist, there are basically two things that happen. The first is an examination or check-up while the second is oral prophylaxis or dental cleaning.<\/p>\n Examination of your Teeth<\/strong><\/p>\n The dentist will carry out a hands-on examination of your teeth looking for any cavities. In order to detect cavities even if they are hidden between teeth, the dental professional will carry out x-rays of your mouth. Apart from cavities, the dental professional will also examine your teeth for signs of plaque and tartar.<\/p>\n When bacteria on your teeth has not hardened, they are clear and have a sticky viscosity. This bacteria is known as plaque. However, when this plaque solidifies it will turn into tartar. Sadly, tartar cannot be removed by simply flossing or brushing your teeth. Only by dental cleaning can tartar be effectively removed. If unchecked, both plaque and tartar can lead to a host of oral diseases in a patient.<\/p>\n Examination of your Gums<\/strong><\/p>\n A dental professional will then examine your gums using a specialized<\/a> instrument that is able to accurately measure out the depth of the gaps that exist between your gums and teeth.<\/p>\n If your gums are healthy, those gaps will be shallow. However, if you are suffering from gum disease, then the gaps would be much deeper.<\/p>\n\n