Preventive care and check-ups

At Northmead Dental, we believe that prevention is better than cure, and we know that long-term dental management feels a whole lot better than emergency repairs.

With regular care at home and in the chair, many people keep their natural teeth well into later life, and many problems like toothache can be prevented or picked up early.

We make sure we find out a lot about you and your teeth as it helps us do our work better. This approach helps us tailor care to you, with a focus on long term dental health.

Regular check-ups and cleans are an important part of preventive dentistry. We will be able to monitor your teeth and gums and make sure they are being maintained and cared for to the best of your and our ability.

Our dentists recommend periodic x-rays every few years to check that everything under your gums is in good condition too.

How to prevent tooth decay

At our practice, we want to help you prevent tooth decay before it starts. Here’s how:

How do I prevent gum disease?

As with preventing tooth decay, you need regular check-ups. At home, you need to brush twice a day and floss once a day to reduce the build-up of plaque, which is usually the cause of gum disease. Rinsing your mouth with a mouthwash that’s used to treat gingivitis can be helpful, and try to avoid sugary foods and drinks.

Mouthguards

If you’re regularly involved in a contact sport and would like to know more about custom-fitted sports mouthguards, please contact us for an appointment.

Dental examination

At Northmead Dental, we help our patients look after their teeth and gums. We firmly believe that prevention and early detection are better than cure, so we encourage our patients to go for regular dental examinations.

Why do I need to undergo a dental examination?

Even if you are conscientious about brushing and flossing your teeth, it is still important to go for regular dental exams. This way, we can identify issues before they become serious.

What happens during a dental examination?

Before anything else, we will ask you about your overall health history including past dental issues, any medications you are taking, and any other illnesses you may have. All these may have an impact on your oral health so it is important to disclose them.

Our experienced staff will examine your teeth, gums, and mouth to look for potential signs of tooth decay, gum disease, and even oral cancer. We evaluate if there is a need for any further treatments such as fillings or root canal therapy. We also check your bite and jaw for any problems. We may take some dental x-rays to check for hidden conditions.

We then conduct a professional clean to get rid of tartar, which can build up in hard-to-reach places despite regular brushing and flossing. A polish is next to make the tooth surfaces smoother, which makes it difficult for plaque to accumulate.

Lastly but just as importantly, we will talk about how to maintain good oral hygiene. We will demonstrate brushing and flossing techniques, share tips on how to care for your teeth and gums, and discuss lifestyle factors that may affect your oral health, such as diet and smoking.

We make it easy for you

We want your visit to feel easy, so we work hard to make booking simple:

We generally recommend a visit every six months but we may recommend more frequent check-ups depending on your unique situation. Contact us or book online for your next dental exam.