Your mouth is an important place, so bacteria and tartar fight to stay! Fortunately, your dentist and oral health therapist can keep these invaders at bay!
Most dentists create a custom preventive schedule for their patients. Typically, this means you should book an appointment once or twice yearly to achieve and maintain excellent oral health.
Below, we explore preventive dentistry and why checks and cleans are crucial.
What Is Preventive Dentistry?
Preventive dentistry typically includes the following treatments and services:
- A comprehensive dental check-up
- A thorough teeth clean
- An oral cancer screening
- X-rays if indicated
- A chat with the dentist or oral health therapist
If we diagnose an oral condition during your exam, your dentist or therapist will share the findings with you and discuss treatment options.
Additionally, your dentist or therapist may recommend advanced preventive measures, such as dental sealants or fluoride treatments, if you have recurring tooth decay or weak enamel.
3 Reasons to See the Dentist or Hygiene Therapist Regularly
- Decreased Oral Health Risks — Regular teeth cleans lower your risk for tooth decay, gum disease, and oral infections.
- Less Time in the Dental Chair—Typically, prevention means spending less time in the dental chair undergoing lengthy treatments.
- Affordable and Hassle-Free Dental Care — Prevention may lower dental care costs and life hassles by keeping your smile healthy and comfortable.
Are You Looking for Family Dentistry in Avondale, Auckland?
Remember, prevention is more affordable than treatment. Ideally, regular preventative visits decrease your risk of needing treatment.
Avondale Dental Centre runs periodic specials to help make dental care more affordable. Ask about our discounts for Q card holders and those who pay in advance!
Your price will vary, but on average, an x-ray and a consult cost approximately $65NZ, and your one-hour hygiene appointment comes to around $155NZ. Ask a dental team member for further details or a thorough cost breakdown.