Cheak-Up & Clean Spearwood
Ensure your oral health with a routine check-up to maintain a healthy, happy smile.
Just as you likely take your vehicle in to get it serviced at recommended intervals, it’s essential to “service” your smile with regular visits to the dentist. At Exceptional Dental Care, we take a preventative approach to oral health. That’s why we recommend that you visit us twice a year for a check-up and clean. These appointments can help you to enjoy optimal oral health.
A visit to the dentist every 6 months is one of the easiest ways to keep your health and wellbeing on track, so we do all we can to make it affordable for everyone to stay up-to-date.
What to expect from a dental check-up
We are a friendly bunch that will be with you whether you're returning as you haven't seen a dentist in a while or hunting for a new dental clinic; every regular dental check-up is similar. You want somebody friendly who makes your health a priority, and who is easy to understand when it comes to explaining exactly what they're doing.
During each check-up and clean appointment, you will receive the following:
An examination of each tooth
A periodontal evaluation
X-rays (both OPG and bite-wing)
Oral cancer screening
We’ll polish away surface stains and leave your teeth sparkling clean. All tartar build-up is removed from your teeth and you’ll leave with smooth-feeling teeth. Your dentist will provide a diagnosis and recommend any further treatment. Please allow 45 minutes for the appointment.
At the end of the visit, they'll encourage you to floss and brush your teeth twice a day to ensure you're implementing healthy routines.
Why check-ups are important
Dentists recommend having a check-up and clean twice a year. A regular check-up every 6-months is the best way to maintain a great smile, spot any potential issues, and treat them before they become a problem.
Using your dental extras is a great way to maintain your oral health, and boost your wellbeing, without paying out-of-pocket costs - check with your health fund provider to see what you're covered for.
Gum disease screening
Gum disease, or periodontal disease, is a quite common and serious problem. This condition can lead to tooth loss if not caught early and treated as soon as possible. Typical symptoms of gum disease include swollen, bleeding or red gums, chronic bad breath, receding gum lines or teeth that shift. If you notice any of these signs of gum disease, be sure to contact us to schedule an evaluation.
If you have gum disease, we can perform a scaling and root planing (a deep clean). This type of cleaning will help to manage your gum disease.
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Frequently asked questions
Most people should have a dental check-up twice per year. This is in order for your dentist to keep an eye on your dental health, prevent issues from occurring, and treat any problems that arise immediately.
If you are having issues such as dental pain and wish to be seen sooner, don’t hesitate to make a booking with your dentist as soon as possible.
In Australia, the cost of a regular dental check-up will vary based on a number of factors.
Typically, a check-up will include an oral exam, x-rays, and cleaning from a dental hygienist. Your appointment may cost more if you require additional services, or less if you don’t need all of the above.
Most private health insurance companies will provide some level of rebate for dental check-ups, as they are considered preventative treatments. Check with your health fund provider, as you may be entitled to at least one gap-free check-up per year.
Your first dental check-up will typically be 45 minutes to an hour, as this includes your dentist taking a set of x-rays, doing an oral exam, and a professional clean.
A check-up with your regular dentist will typically be 30-45 minutes.
To prepare for your dental appointment, brush and floss your teeth before visiting your dentist. You should also think about whether you have any questions for your dentist regarding your oral health, and be prepared to let them know if you have any issues you’d like to discuss, such as dental pain.
A healthy smile begins with a check-up
We recommend all our patients to start off with a regular check-up for us to get to know you and to get familiar with our practice. Check our availability to see if we can fit you in or you can contact our friendly staff.
