Dental Cleanings and Exams

Support and Protect Your Oral Health

Daily brushing and flossing are great ways to protect your oral health and keep your teeth looking their best. However, at-home oral hygiene habits alone may not be enough to safeguard your smile from certain oral health issues. When it comes to your dental health, trust in a professional like Dr. Steven Yang to ensure your teeth and gums are free of underlying conditions.

At Capstone Dental, we encourage patients to visit our general dentist in Charlotte, NC for biannual dental cleanings and exams. Routine appointments are crucial in preserving your oral health and giving you peace of mind when it comes to potentially serious complications. Read on to learn more about these visits and when it’s time to schedule an appointment.

Comprehensive Dental Exams

At your regular dentist appointment, Dr. Yang will conduct a thorough dental examination, where he’ll use both dental tools and advanced dental technology to evaluate your teeth, gums, and jaw for any underlying conditions. Using intraoral cameras and digital and panographic x-rays, we can screen for periodontal disease, orthodontic concerns, cavities, and tooth damage.

If our dentist detects any health concerns, he’ll discuss his findings with you and work to formulate a personalized treatment plan to get your oral health back on track.

Professional Dental Cleanings

Daily brushing may not always be enough to remove harmful bacteria from your teeth and gums. Our expert dental hygienists can thoroughly clean your mouth and prevent the development of cavities or tooth decay. Depending on your individual needs, we can provide general teeth cleaning or a deep teeth cleaning.

Using either the Cavitron magnetostrictive scalers or the Piezo ultrasonic scaler, our hygienists will ensure your teeth cleanings are both effective and comfortable.

Oral Cancer Screenings

Oral cancer is a serious condition that affects nearly 54,000 Americans per year. Early detection can help save lives, which is why our dentist conducts both tactile and visual oral cancer screenings at regular dental appointments. Thanks to our advanced VELscope and Oral CDX technologies, we can swiftly and effectively test patients for oral cancer.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I visit the dentist?

Patients should schedule dental cleanings and exams with our Charlotte general dentist once every six months, or twice a year. These regular visits help our dentist monitor your oral health and examine for any underlying conditions, as well as ensure any dental restorations you may have are functioning properly. Our professional dental hygienists can remove the most stubborn plaque and tartar from your teeth and gums to prevent dental issues and keep your smile in prime condition.

Depending on your oral health and unique needs, Dr. Yang may have you schedule more frequent appointments to keep an eye out for conditions you may be more susceptible to, such as cavities, gum disease or oral cancer.

Do teeth cleanings hurt?

Not at all! Dental cleanings are virtually painless, and can help shield your teeth from potentially painful oral health conditions like cavities and gum disease. If you have sensitive teeth or gums, or struggle with dental anxiety, we offer dental sedation options to help make your visit as painless and stress-free as possible. At Capstone Dental, your health and safety are our top priorities, so our dentists will work with you to find the solution that works best for you.

How important are professional dental cleanings?

Professional teeth cleanings can help remove stubborn plaque and tartar that regular brushing and flossing can’t. Even if you practice good oral hygiene, certain areas of your mouth are hard-to-reach, and may become hiding spots for unhealthy bacteria. This could then lead to cavities or other dental problems. Thankfully, the hygienists at Capstone Dental can remove harmful materials from your teeth using professional dental tools.

Schedule a Dental Checkup With Our Charlotte Dentist

Regular dental visits are essential to maintain good oral health and wellness. These simple biannual appointments are the key to preventing serious oral health issues and keeping your smile looking and performing its best.

If you can’t remember the last time you visited the dentist, it may be time to schedule an appointment. Call our office at 980-202-5696 or fill out our online contact form today to book your routine dental appointment. Our dentists are proud to provide expert care in a welcoming and judgment-free environment to patients in Mount Holly, Mint Hill, and Concord, NC.