Dental Checkups & Teeth Cleanings – Austin, TX
Perfect Your Smile!
No matter how diligent you are with your daily oral hygiene, some areas of your mouth need professional attention to stay truly healthy. A dentist can clean those hard-to-reach places and spot potential oral health issues before they become serious.
If you live in the Austin area, Dr. Rebecca Long and the team at Westlake Hills Dental Arts are here to help you perfect your smile. Curious about what professional dental care can do for you? Here's how we can make a difference.
Why Choose Westlake Hills Dental Arts for Dental Checkups & Teeth Cleanings?
- Team Dedicated to Comprehensive, Comfortable Dentistry
- Care Custom-Tailored to Your Needs
- Sedation Options for Anxious Patients
Why Are Regular Dental Checkups & Teeth Cleanings Important?
It might not be immediately apparent why you need to visit the dentist when you’re feeling perfectly fine, but the fact is that the preventive care that you’ll get from your dentist are some of the most important services that you can receive.
It’s common for plaque to build up between the teeth and along the gumline, especially if you’re lax with flossing. These plaque deposits may sometimes harden into tartar, contributing to gum disease and tooth decay. Professional teeth cleanings can break up tartar deposits and ensure solid oral health.
If you have any latent or emerging oral health problems, it’s also a good idea to deal with them before they become serious. A regular checkup affords you the opportunity to detect and treat conditions that may otherwise do damage over time.
What to Expect During a Dental Checkup
When you see us for a checkup, we’ll begin by visually inspecting your teeth, gums, dental work, and bite. We’ll also look at the soft tissues in your mouth for any signs of oral cancer. Around once a year, we’ll also use x-rays to check for any problems under the surface.
If we detect any issues, we’ll talk with you about a treatment plan and what your next appointments with us could look like. We’ll answer any questions you may have about your teeth, and will take the time to update and review your medical history.
What to Expect During a Dental Cleaning
Regular dental teeth cleanings are done with specialized tools designed to remove plaque and tartar deposits. We will use these implements between your teeth, along your gums, and anywhere else that there could be some unusual bacterial buildup.
Once this is done, we’ll polish your teeth to remove any surface level stains. This will give you the fresh-from-the-dentist clean feeling that our patients love.