Cleaning & Exams

Dental Services

Professional Cleanings & Exams: Your Foundation for Health

At eyeSmile, we believe a beautiful smile starts with a healthy foundation. While daily brushing and flossing are essential, professional preventive care is the only way to ensure your teeth and gums stay disease-free. Regular visits allow us to catch minor issues before they become painful or expensive emergencies.

Dental Examinations

Dental examinations help to diagnose disease before it becomes hazardous to your health. In addition, regular examinations can save you money by alleviating problems while they are small and before they become expensive to repair, or in some cases, impossible to repair. Your dental examinations generally
include the following:

  • Oral cancer screening
  • Oral, Head, and Neck Exam
  • Gum disease evaluation
  • Visual examination of tooth decay
  • Examination of diagnostic x-rays to see cysts, tumors, invisible decay and other problems that can’t be seen by the naked eye
  • Evaluation of status of current restorations (fillings and others)

We cannot express enough how important it is to see your dentist regularly. Remember, preventing disease is always better than treating disease.

The Problem: Hidden Plaque and Silent Issues

Even with the best home routine, certain dental health risks are hard to detect on your own:

  • Calculus (Tartar) Buildup: Once plaque hardens into tartar, it cannot be removed by a toothbrush and leads to gum recession.
  • Invisible Decay: Cavities often hide between teeth or under the gumline where they are invisible to the naked eye.
  • Asymptomatic Diseases: Issues like oral cancer or early-stage gum disease (gingivitis) often don’t cause pain until they are advanced.

The Solution: Comprehensive Preventive Care

We provide a thorough, two-part approach to keep your smile at its best:

1. Professional Dental Cleanings (Prophylaxis)

Our skilled hygienists use specialized tools to give your smile a fresh start:

  • Plaque & Tartar Removal: We meticulously clear away the sticky biofilm and hardened deposits that cause decay and gum disease.
  • Precision Polishing: We remove surface stains from coffee, tea, or food, leaving your teeth feeling smooth and looking bright.
  • Gum Health Check: We monitor the space between your teeth and gums to ensure your supporting structures remain strong.

2. Detailed Clinical Examinations

The doctors perform a comprehensive assessment to protect your overall well-being:

  • Advanced Diagnostics: We use digital X-rays to spot cysts, tumors, or decay hiding beneath the surface.
  • Oral Cancer Screening: A vital check of your head, neck, and oral tissues for any early signs of abnormalities.
  • Restoration Audit: We evaluate existing fillings, crowns, or bridges to ensure they are still sealing out bacteria effectively.
  • Personalized Education: We provide tailored advice on how to improve your home care based on what we see during your visit.

Prevention is the Best Investment

A small filling today is much easier to manage than a root canal next year. By maintaining regular 6-month checkups, you are investing in a lifetime of health and confidence.