what are the Benefits of regular dental check-ups?

(Regular check-up)

It is very important to go to the dentist for a check-up, as this will allow the teeth and gums to remain healthy. It is best to have a regular visit to the dentist twice a year or as needed by the dentist.

What happens when you visit the dentist?

A regular visit to the dentist consists of 2 parts: inspection/examination and cleaning/oral prophylaxis.

During a visit to the dentist, the dentist will check the teeth for decay. X-rays can be used to detect cavities between teeth. An examination may be performed to check for plaque and tartar on the teeth.

Plaque is a type of bacteria that is clear and sticky. If not removed, it can harden and then become tartar, which cannot be removed by brushing or flossing. Plaque and tartar that build up on the teeth can cause oral disease.

Then the dentist will check the gums. This is usually done using a certain instrument to measure the depth of the space between the teeth and gums. Healthy gum spaces are shallow. The spaces are deeper for people with gum disease.

During the inspection, the throat, tongue, head, face, and neck should also be examined. This could reveal signs of serious dental problems such as redness, swelling, and worse, cancer.

The dentist also cleans the teeth. Although plaque can be cleaned from the teeth by brushing and flossing at home, tartar cannot be removed. Only a dental professional can remove tartar using special tools. This method is known as scaling. Exfoliation can remove plaque and tartar.

Once the teeth are scraped, the next step is polishing. The dentist most often uses semolina paste. This helps remove surface stains left on the teeth. The last step is to use thread. The dental professional will floss to ensure that the areas between the teeth are clean.

What should people do between dental visits?

They should always take care of their teeth and gums. Plaque builds up easily on the teeth, but this can be managed with regular brushing and flossing. 

Here are some good tips for home oral care:

Brush your teeth twice a day. Make sure you use fluoride toothpaste.

Floss every day.

Gargle mouthwash to control plaque bacteria. This will also help freshen your breath.

Visits to the dentist are important because they help keep teeth and gums healthy. 

The two parts of a regular dental visit are:

• control
• cleaning

Whenever a dentist checks your teeth, they will also check the condition of your oral cavity for any problem areas. When cleaning the teeth, the dental specialist gets rid of plaque and tartar and can also polish the teeth. A regular visit to the dentist should be carried out at least twice a year or on the recommendation of a dentist.