Juno Beach Office:
Early Intervention for Long-Term Oral Health
Your oral health plays a vital role in your overall well-being. While daily brushing and flossing help keep your smile looking its best, regular visits to Modern Dental Smiles for comprehensive exams and professional cleanings are essential.
The American Dental Association recommends seeing your dentist every six months at Modern Dental Smiles in Jupiter, FL to maintain healthy teeth, prevent dental issues, and keep your smile looking beautiful.
Routine exams and cleanings help you:
- Prevent tooth decay, gum disease, and bad breath
- Avoid costly and extensive dental procedures by catching issues early
- Maintain whiter teeth by reducing stains from food and beverages
- Spend less time in our office with fewer complex treatments
- Enjoy a healthy, confident smile that lasts a lifetime
The Exam
During your exam, we will carefully evaluate your teeth and gums for signs of tooth decay, gum disease, and other oral health concerns. Dr. Lodhi may also recommend X-rays to examine areas beneath the surface of your teeth and gums. Whether traditional or digital, these images allow us to identify dental issues that may not be visible during a visual examination.
Expert Dental Cleanings
Your dental hygienist will begin your cleaning by carefully examining the surfaces of your teeth to check for cavities and assess the condition of any existing fillings. A periodontal evaluation will also be performed to ensure your gums fit snugly around your teeth and to check for signs of gum disease or bone loss.
Next, your hygienist will gently and thoroughly clean your teeth using specialized instruments to remove hardened plaque and tartar buildup. Your teeth will then be flossed, polished with a professional polishing compound, and treated with fluoride to help strengthen your enamel.
Professional cleanings are typically comfortable, but if you experience dental anxiety, please let us know. We offer sedation options to help you feel relaxed and at ease during your visit.
If tooth decay or gum disease is detected, we will discuss ways to improve your brushing and flossing habits. In more advanced cases, antibiotics or additional dental treatments may be recommended. If your teeth and gums are healthy, the dentist will likely encourage you to continue your current oral hygiene routine.