The easiest way to prevent gum disease and tooth decay is to schedule an oral examination with one of our Grand Rapids dentists every six months.
During an , our dental hygienists will take X-rays and remove plaque and tartar from your smile. After the teeth cleaning, one of our dentists will examine your teeth and gums for signs of gum disease, cavities, oral cancer, misaligned teeth, and other oral health issues.
Oral examinations are important because they help our dentists catch small issues before they grow into larger problems. For example, gingivitis (early gum disease) can be reversed by adopting a healthy oral hygiene routine and seeing your dentist for professional teeth cleanings every six months.
See your dentist for teeth cleanings every six months!
X-rays taken during oral exams can reveal cavities hiding along the gum line or between teeth. Scheduling a dental exam is in your best interests because it gives our dentists the opportunity to save your teeth from cavities and to treat existing cavities while they are still small. While small cavities are treated with fillings, large cavities may require dental crowns. Not only are dental crowns more expensive than fillings, but the procedure is more invasive.
Schedule an Appointment
Our Grand Rapids, MI, preventative dentists are dedicated to helping patients maintain healthy teeth and gums. If you are interested in scheduling a dental hygiene oral exam, call GR Family Dental today at (616) 455-3020, or contact us online.