Dental Checkups & Cleanings for Kids– Richardson
Setting Children’s Smiles Up for Success!
Even if your family maintains excellent oral hygiene routines at home, regular dental checkups and cleanings are necessary to support healthy, showing smiles. By seeing us every six months, we can keep an eye on your child’s oral health and step in whenever necessary. Read on to learn more about dental checkups and cleanings. To schedule an appointment for your child, give us a call!
Why Are Regular Checkups & Cleanings Important?
If your child is experiencing pain or discomfort, you may be wondering why these visits are so crucial. During these appointments, your child’s hygienist removed plaque and tartar that can accumulate, resulting in cavities and gum disease. Their pediatric dentist checks for existing dental problems so they can be addressed early on. When minor issues are left untreated, they will worsen. Your child could end up requiring more extensive services by putting them off. By closely following their oral health through these routine visits, we can lower their risk of more extensive dental issues as they get older.
What to Expect During a Dental Checkups
Your child’s appointment will begin with a visual examination of their teeth, gums, existing dental work, and overall bite. Every year, X-rays are taken of the mouth to ensure that there aren’t any issues under the surface that are left unseen. While the condition is very rare for children, we will also check for signs of oral cancer. If we come across any problems, we will put together a treatment plan. These dental checkups are also an ideal time to ask questions about at-home care.
What to Expect During a Dental Cleaning
As children are getting older and learning proper brushing and flossing techniques, there will be some areas that they miss. This is where their professional cleaning can help. During this time, their hygienist will use dental instruments to remove plaque and tartar from between the teeth and along the gumline. This reduces their risk of tooth decay and gum disease. Their hygienist will floss your child’s teeth and polish them to reduce surface discoloration.
