A critical step in preventative health care, dental examinations are crucial for a variety of reasons. As such, it’s something Family Smile Dental performs for every patient to ensure your smile is always in optimal shape.
At your oral checkup, Dr. Diaz will check for cavities, gum disease and assess your gum health. Specifically, she will inspect the relationship between your upper and lower teeth, evaluating your risk of developing any oral issues. Finally, she will examine your face, neck and mouth for abnormalities.
Overall, the process is simple and easy — just another reason to pay us a visit at our dental office in San Jose!
Once your examination is complete, it’s time for you to ggo through the final step of your oral checkup: a comprehensive dental cleaning Using state-of-the-art tools, our staff will gently cleanse and polish your smile as you sit back and relax in one of our comfortable chairs. The process lasts less than an hour.
So, besides keeping your teeth white and gleaming, what does a dental cleaning do? Well, it will:
We understand that going to the dentist can be an uncomfortable thought for some, but there is mounting evidence that oral checkups are essential to maintaining a healthy body. Research shows that conditions caused by poor dental health — such as periodontitis (gum disease) — may play a role in other serious systemic diseases, like diabetes and blood cell disorders.
For this reason, dental cleaning does much more than improve your smile’s appearance. Some other benefits include:
