The Importance of Check-Ups at the Dentist

Dental check-ups are a crucial part of keeping your teeth healthy and free of pain and infection.  Although this may sound like stating the obvious, it is extremely important and highly advised to have regular check-ups at the dentist and to take them seriously for many reasons. There are numerous potential benefits to be gained from a regular dental check-up that can be easily overlooked. Scroll down and continue reading to discover what is involved in a dental check-up and how they can benefit you.

Why should you have regular Dental Check-Ups?

• To detect potential warning signs of serious problems with your teeth, increasing the chances of quick and successful treatment.
• The overall health of your teeth can be examined and maintained.
• Your gums can be checked, ensuring that they are in good, healthy condition.
• To prevent the build-up of plaque or tartar, by having them removed by your dentist, leaving you with a great smooth finish. This is especially worthwhile as gum disease and cavities are caused by plaque and tartar.
• To be given advice on the best ways to brush and floss your teeth.
• To have a space for asking questions and receiving guidance with regards to diet, smoking and drinking.
• To have the opportunity to ask your dentist about any problems with your teeth that you have discovered since your previous check-up, maintaining a healthy and up-to date knowledge of your teeth, gums and general health.

Further Help We Can Offer You

A dental check-up can help you discover problems early on and can also highlight potential problems before they become serious. Midlands Smiles Centres can then help to support and provide the necessary assistance and follow up that you will need. As mentioned earlier, a dental check-up can help to discover problems that will require further help from your dentist, before it’s too late. There are several possible issues with your teeth that you may be suffering from; listed below are some examples of the types of treatment that we offer here at Midlands Smile Centres, aimed at alleviating these potential problems.

Types of Dental Treatment

Orthodontic Treatment: 

This treatment is used to correct and straighten crooked or crowded teeth. By using braces, Orthodontic treatment focuses on moving your teeth into a comfortable position over time. There are four types of braces available: Traditional braces, Damon braces, Invisalign braces and Six Months Smiles. All of the above offer the desired effects, but are dependent on the severity and type of problem along with your own personal preference.

Oral Surgery(Extractions): 

A check-up may reveal that an extraction is necessary. Extractions may be needed due to severe crowding in the mouth, a corroded tooth, or wisdom teeth causing you discomfort. Though they can be a longer procedure, causing aching and initial discomfort, extractions provide the space needed to best reach the desired effect of teeth straightening and reducing overall aching and pain due to crowding and infection.

Hygienist Treatment: 

Over time, your teeth develop plaque and can feel quite rough. A visit to the hygienist will allow you to receive a professional clean for your teeth, commonly known as a scale and polish. This will leave your teeth feeling smooth and free of any roughness on the inside and outside of the teeth surface. Additionally, by visiting the hygienist regularly, you have a better chance at preventing tooth wear, tooth decay and gum disease. The Hygienist will encourage you to receive extra treatment if you do develop any of these problems, preventing them from getting any worse.

Fillings: 

As a means of repairing decayed or damaged teeth, one of three types of filling/restoration will be offered to you, depending on the nature of the problem. The types of filling/restoration that we provide are: Amalgam Fillings/Metal Fillings, Composite Fillings/White Filling, and Dental Restorations, which are more complex and can include blending composite, amalgam, porcelain and cement fillings, depending on the problem. These fillings are all capped at different prices, due to the materials used and are a great way to fix decayed or damaged teeth before they are past the point of fixing, which would then result in the need for an extraction.

Contact Your Local Practice Today

Choose Midlands Smiles Centres for your dental check-ups and rely on us to help make sure that your teeth and gums stay in the best possible health. Make sure that you get in touch with your dentist in the event that you experience difficulties with your teeth between dental check-ups. Contact MSC today to find out how we can assist you.