The Dentist.

 

While brushing and flossing are good oral care habits both are still not enough to properly maintain the good health of the oral cavity. The dentist Redwood City provides the best dental x-rays, oral exams, oral cancer screenings, scaling and polishing of teeth, fluoride treatments, and the best oral care advice.

Regular dental examinations at the dentist can prevent, detect, and treat most dental diseases. Going to the dentist on a regular schedule is important for the overall health of teeth and gums.

The dentist Redwood City will also check to see if any tooth enamel has been damaged or softened to determine the amount of treatment required to address if any signs of tooth decay are found to prevent cavities.

During the regular oral examination performed by the dentist, he or she will examine the mouth and teeth of their patients and look for the signs of basic oral hygiene and their immediate goal is to pinpoint any areas to address for potential care and possibly treatment like detecting visible signs of tooth decay. The dentist will also perform a thorough gum check to determine their patient's overall gums health.

The regular dental x-rays performed by the dentist Redwood City are also helpful in determining the position of developing teeth in their child patients. They will measure the pockets around their patient's teeth to determine if any bone has been damaged and lost to gum disease.

The dentist will also perform a regular teeth development check for children to closely monitor their child patient's overall teeth development and eruption pattern so orthodontic referrals can be made if needed if any adverse growth signs or diseases are detected.

Depending on their patient's needs, the dentist will also perform oral cancer screening procedures to check for signs of oral cancer as early detection is essential to the general health of their patients. They will also perform routine dental x-rays that are frequently taken during their patient's regular dental checkup visits as regular dental x-rays are very valuable in revealing hidden cavities and diseases between their patient's teeth.

The dental x-rays performed by the dentist will also provide other information about the health and height of the supporting bone around their patient's teeth. The dentist will also perform a bite evaluation to properly evaluate their patient's bite and look for any red flags like teeth overlapping to protect their teeth and overall dental health. The dentist will always recommend to their patients to have regular oral cancer screening at every dental checkup.

The various dental services provided by the dentist will not only leave teeth and gums feeling clean but will also have the benefit of a general oral exam as well as a comprehensive oral cancer exam, and providing fluoride and tooth sealant treatments.

The dentist will use specialized instruments to scale off any hardened plaque, called tartar, and polish their patient's teeth with a special tooth polishing paste to remove built-up stains and polish tooth enamel. The dentist also recommends having their patient's teeth routinely cleaned to keep their gum tissues healthy and to prevent the appearance of periodontal diseases.