Dental Checkups & Cleanings – West Hartford, CT

Standard Services to Help Safeguard Your Smile

Even those who are committed to brushing and flossing twice daily at home might develop hidden issues in areas that are difficult to see or access on their own. Bacteria can penetrate between your teeth, behind your molars, and below your gumline, forming cavities and periodontal disease that worsen over time if left untreated.

Our team offers standard services to help safeguard your smile with dental checkups and cleanings for patients of all ages. Continue reading to learn more about what to expect from these appointments!

Why Choose West Hartford Dental Group for Dental Checkups & Cleanings?

Providers With Decades of Combined Experience
Patients of All Ages are Welcome
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Why Are Regular Dental Checkups & Cleanings Important?

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It’s easy to assume your mouth must be healthy if you haven’t noticed obvious areas of concern, but unfortunately, many oral issues start out small and can be easily missed until they progress and cause additional damage.

Visiting our team every six months for a checkup and cleaning allows us to monitor your condition so that we can catch and treat any potential problems before they become more severe. Not only can this help protect your smile, but it can also prevent the need for more complex and costly repairs and restorations.

What to Expect During a Dental Checkup

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It might vary slightly based on your circumstances, but typically we begin your appointment by updating your medical history then proceeding with your examination. This involves visually inspecting your teeth, gums, existing dental work, and bite alignment to ensure everything is healthy and functioning as intended. We also take X-rays at least once annually to identify potential problems that might be developing beneath your teeth or connective tissues.

If our team identifies issues, such as swollen gums or thinning enamel, we’ll devise an appropriate treatment plan for your approval. Otherwise, we’ll proceed with your professional cleaning.

What to Expect During a Dental Cleaning

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For this portion of your visit, our team will use special dental instruments to carefully remove even the most stubborn plaque and tartar buildup from your enamel to help avoid cavities and injuries, such as chips, cracks, or breaks. Then, we’ll floss your teeth to remove unwanted germs, helping prevent periodontal disease and chronic bad breath.

We will then polish your enamel to remove recent surface stains and may recommend a topical fluoride treatment to help strengthen your teeth before sending you home with a happy, healthy smile.