When
asked what the essentials
of dental care are, most people might answer “home oral care
and regular dental visits”. Sure, the latter might cause some to
cringe, but the bottom line is that your diligence in brushing your
teeth two to three times a day will amount to little without
maintenance and preventive treatments from your dentist. What exactly
are the common dental services that only dentists can provide?
When it comes to preventive procedures, regular checkups and routine oral exams are done by the dentist to inspect each tooth and all parts of the oral cavity for cleanliness and health. Not all problems are visible to the naked eye, though, making x-rays an invaluable diagnostic tool. There are a variety of x-ray types specific to the teeth and mouth. Some may focus on a particular tooth, while some may encompass the sizable sections or the whole oral cavity. Then there's tooth cleaning. Routine tooth cleanings increase the strength of one’s teeth and prevent problems like tooth decay and gum disease.
