Problems in the mouth can bring issues in your entire body, just like issues elsewhere can manifest in your dental health. To ensure you achieve optimal oral health, Dr. Alireza Farkhondeh and his team in Kanata, Ontario, offer regular dental check-ups and cleanings at The Hope Dental Care Centre. We aim to help every member of your family meet their oral wellness goals.

Better dental health begins with Kanata dentistry

Keeping your teeth and mouth healthy is a combination of two things: at-home dental care and routine oral exams. At home, we expect you to brush, floss, and eat a healthy diet to avoid oral problems. While home dental care is excellent, you need the help of a dentist. At our office in Kanata, Ontario, we offer regular dental examinations to bridge gaps in your oral care routine at home.

But what should I expect during my dental exam? A typical oral exam lasts about 60-90 minutes. While regular dental check-ups differ from patient to patient, this is what you can expect in your upcoming dental visit:

• Taking your medical history: If it’s your first visit, we want to know you better for personalized care. We’ll inquire about your medical history, including past dental work, underlying conditions, current medication, etc. This information helps us administer dental care without compromising your safety and comfort
• Visual examinations: Our dentist can see many details of your smile through visual inspections with a small mirror or camera. A visual exam inspects your teeth, gums, throat, and other oral structures for signs of cavities, gum disease, mouth cancer, and other abnormalities
• Dental X-rays: If you are due for dental X-rays, we’ll request your radiograph images to inspect your oral health beneath the gum line. Dental X-rays give your dentist in-depth details of your oral health, allowing him to detect hidden issues like bone loss, cysts, wisdom teeth, periodontal disease, tumours, and other dental anomalies
• Dental cleanings: If there are no significant issues with your smile, it’s time to make your teeth squeaky clean. Our dental hygienist uses a dental scaler to remove plaque and tartar (dental calculus) from your mouth. Then, we polish and floss your teeth to remove surface stains for a gleaming white smile

We recommend patients see us every six months to keep their oral health in tip-top condition. However, if you are at increased risk of cavities or gum disease, you should see us at least four times yearly. Regular dental check-ups prevent seemingly minor issues from progressing into significant, hard-to-treat problems. 

Benefits of routine dental exams and cleanings

Regular dental screenings offer numerous benefits — and some are life-saving.

Following are the reasons you shouldn’t skip routine dental exams:

• They prevent oral issues, such as cavities, gum disease, and bad breath
• Dental cleanings remove unattractive dental calculus, leaving your smile beautiful
• They detect oral problems that may have escaped your notice
• Cost-effective
• Your dentist can spot signs of severe diseases like diabetes that manifest symptoms in your mouth

Take control of your oral health with Kanata Dentistry

Your oral cavity is the window to your body, so you must be vigilant in guarding it. At-home dental care and regular dental check-ups can safeguard your oral health for a happier, healthier you.

Please call (343) 803-6333 to join the dental family at The Hope Dental Care Centre. You’ll enjoy full-service dentistry tailored to you.

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