Been A While Since Your Last Checkup?

Then it’s time to make a change. You see, even with a devoted approach to your brushing and flossing, there still might be places you miss, and that can become a problem. Bacteria leave a harmful form of biofilm called plaque, which calcifies into a harder material if left within your mouth. Thankfully, your checkups include a cleaning alongside your examination, helping you to stay safe from common oral health issues like tooth decay, periodontal disease, and more. So, if it’s been a while since your last checkup, you’re ready for an update.

With our North Texas team at Gentle Smiles in Dallas, TX, you can fight back against bacterial buildup. Our office is built to help people just like you to find their way to a stronger, safer smile, and we know how important your checkups are. The goal for most patients is to have one of these appointments every six months, giving your provider the chance to check in twice a year. That means that if it’s been longer than that since your last visit, let’s spend some time on your oral health.

Sticking to your schedule of checkups helps you stay safe. To schedule your next appointment, reach out to Gentle Smiles.

Cleanings And Examinations Are An Opportunity

Sometimes people avoid the dentist, and this can happen for a number of reasons. People can experience anxiety, they might have concerns over the cost of consistent care, or they might simply not have the time for a visit. But if it’s been a while since your last checkup, it’s important to find a way to receive the treatment that you need to keep a safer smile.

Your checkups are a big part of your efforts, too. Even if you think that you have things covered with your routine brushing and flossing at home, having someone to double check your work is a huge help. Our hygienists can remove built-up plaque and tartar to help you fight back against periodontal disease and tooth decay.

Ask About Uplifting Your Gum Health

While patients often focus primarily on their teeth, as oral health providers, we need to take a look at your entire mouth. One area where we look closely is the gums, as periodontal disease is consistently rated as the leading cause of adult tooth loss in this country. We can take detailed measurements of your gums, and if yours could use some help, our team can remove buildup from at and below the gumline through ultrasonic scaling and root planing.

Been A While? Call Gentle Smiles

Taking care of your teeth takes more than what you can do at home. To find out more about our office or to schedule a checkup, call Gentle Smiles Family Dentistry at 972-329-7645 today.