Dental Exams and Cleanings

Who may need this service

• Adults due for a six-month checkup
• Children needing their first dental visit by age one
• Patients who notice tartar build-up or bleeding gums
• Anyone overdue after a long break from dental visits

Signs and symptoms

• Bleeding gums when brushing or flossing
• Persistent bad breath
• Visible plaque or yellowing along the gum line
• Mild tooth sensitivity to cold or sweet foods

Treatment process

1. Step 1

   Medical and dental history review

   We update your file with current medications, allergies and any concerns since your last visit.

2. Step 2

   Examination

   The dentist evaluates teeth, gums, bite, jaw joints and soft tissues, and screens for oral cancer.

3. Step 3

   X-rays when indicated

   Digital X-rays are taken only when clinically needed to detect issues between or below teeth.

4. Step 4

   Scaling and polishing

   Plaque and tartar are removed above and below the gum line, followed by polishing.

5. Step 5

   Personalised home-care plan

   We review brushing, flossing and any aids that fit your situation.

Benefits

• Early detection of cavities and gum disease
• Removal of hardened tartar that brushing cannot reach
• Lower long-term cost of care
• Fresher breath and a brighter smile

Recovery and aftercare

• Avoid strongly coloured foods for an hour after polishing
• Continue brushing twice a day with a soft brush and fluoride toothpaste
• Floss daily and use any aids recommended by your hygienist