Young lad sitting in the dental chair. Image courtesy of Adobe Stock.

We cringe just a little (on the inside) when you call it a “cleaning”.

When you have an appointment with Kim or Emily, did you know that…

1) Every visit includes a head and neck exam;

2) We examine the oral hard and soft tissues to screen for any visible abnormalities;

3) We perform a visual oral cancer screening;

4) We screen for signs of tooth decay and cavities, and if appropriate update your bitewing x-rays;

4) And we screen for periodontal disease.

The oral cavity can exhibit signs of undiagnosed systemic diseases including: autoimmune diseases, anemia, thyroid dysfunction, gastric reflux, metastatic cancer and leukemia to name a few.

Unhealthy gums can affect your systemic health as well.

There is so much at stake when it comes to your oral health. Don’t leave it to chance! Be sure to attend your dental hygiene visits regularly!