Dental Checkups and Cleanings – Richardson, TX
Maintaining Healthy Pearly Whites
Having a dental checkup with Dr. Shwarts every six months is one of the most important ways you can keep your smile bright and intact. Not only will we be able to find and treat cavities and gum disease before they become too extensive, but we can also remove the plaque and tartar that causes these oral health issues in the first place. Have you not had two dental appointments yet this year? Contact Shwarts Family Dentistry in Richardson today to schedule your next visit!
Why Choose Shwarts Family Dentistry in Richardson for Dental Checkups and Cleanings?
- We’ll Treat You Like You’re Part of Our Family
- We Can Provide Sedation for Anxious Patients
- We Will Only Recommend Treatments Needed to Protect Your Oral Health
Dental Checkups
During your checkup, you’ll be asked about any health problems you’re suffering from or medications that you’re taking; these factors could affect your oral health as well as the type of treatment you can receive. Dr. Shwarts and your hygienist can perform an examination of your teeth and gums to see if there’s any tooth decay or gum disease in development. This is also a good opportunity to look for warning signs of oral cancer, which is far easier to treat successfully if it’s caught early.
Dental Cleanings
Plaque – a soft, sticky film containing food particles, bacteria, and other debris – is constantly building up in your mouth, and when left in place it can lead to tooth decay. You can remove the film with brushing or flossing, but if you don’t clean it off in time, plaque will harden into tartar, which can only be removed with a professional cleaning.
The Importance of Checkups and Cleanings
Of course, you should already be cleaning your teeth every day by brushing and flossing; however, it’s easy to miss some areas in your mouth without realizing it, and that could give plaque a chance to become tartar. Furthermore, many dental issues develop silently, meaning you might not notice symptoms until severe damage has already been done. By visiting Dr. Shwarts every six months, you’ll keep your teeth and gums as clean as possible and give yourself the best chance of receiving treatment for cavities and gum infection as soon as you need it.