The routine cleaning and the routine exams are a vital part of dental health. It’s kind of like that that check engine light goes off in your car and you got to get it just checked out, make sure everything’s okay, address an issue potentially while it’s still small, as opposed to waiting till smoke starts coming out the back of the car. That’s a, you know, maybe not the best analogy, but it’s something that helps to showcase the importance of the routine check-ins with the dentist.
The hygienists are awesome about keeping the area clean, relieving some of the bacterial load that’s in your mouth, and keeping everything as clean as possible. And then also at those visits, we take routine x-rays so that I, as the dentist, can see what’s going on underneath the surface, making sure that everything’s healthy. And like I kind of mentioned, we’re able to identify issues while they’re still small, and that provides great value in that we can minimize the amount of treatment we have to do when we can address and identify issues while they’re small, as opposed to waiting until something hurts or something is swollen.
Then that usually is more time, more money, more pain for the patient. We always do our best to try to avoid that.
Keep Your Teeth in Great Shape With Regular Cleanings & Exams
At Palouse View Dental, Dr. Menard is an expert in implant treatments. However, all patients need regular maintenance – even those who have replaced an entire arch of teeth with implant dentures. Dental checkups keep your mouth healthy and your smile shining. If you have any areas of concern, your dentist can discuss solutions that give you back your strong bite.
If you are visiting us for the first time, this is what you can expect:
- When you arrive, our dental assistant will greet you and bring you back to the patient room. We don’t have long waits, so you are seen right away!
- We’ll take the time to get to know you and discuss your smile goals and concerns. It’s part of our personalized approach to care. You’ll never feel like just another patient.
- We’ll take digital 3-D X-rays, so Dr. Menard can fully understand which of our implant, restorative, or cosmetic options are right for you.
- You’ll receive a thorough cleaning that gets rid of plaque and tartar build-up. We’ll also examine your mouth for underlying oral health issues.
- Dr. Menard will take time to discuss possible solutions. We want you to leave our office with a plan to get your smile back!
Every time you come for a visit, you’ll experience the same excellent care. Call 208-203-7663 for dental cleanings and exams in Moscow. We also offer discounted dentures or implant consultations! For only $235, you can discuss your goals for your future smile. A $485 value!