Dental Exams and Cleanings

Kildeer, Illinois

At Studio Smiles, we emphasize prevention in the battle against tooth decay, gum disease, and a host of oral health problems. We are pleased to offer a range of preventive dentistry procedures, including dental exams and cleanings, to maintain a lifetime of healthy, beautiful smiles. You can count on our team for exceptional care and service!

Our Treatments

How Often Should I See My Dentist?

Dental exams and cleanings are typically recommended twice yearly to keep dental disease at bay. However, if you have periodontal disease or are at risk of developing tooth decay, you may require more frequent dental visits.

Dental Exams and Cleanings in Kildeer, IL

What Are the Benefits of Routine Dental Exams and Cleanings?

Regular dental exams and cleanings offer many benefits, including the following:

Prevention: Keeping up with your twice-yearly dental exams and cleanings significantly lowers the risk of tooth decay, gum disease, bad breath, and a host of oral health problems.
Early Treatment: Regular dental exams offer an excellent opportunity to uncover any problems as they develop, preventing them from progressing and requiring costly and involved treatments down the road.
Improved Oral Hygiene: Our team demonstrates proper brushing and flossing techniques and is happy to offer oral hygiene tips to keep your teeth and gums healthy and sound.
Better Health: Poor dental health is closely associated with serious health concerns, including diabetes, respiratory infections, and cardiovascular disease, so keeping your smile healthy will reflect on your overall health.
A Brighter Smile: Professional dental cleanings remove plaque and tartar buildup and surface tooth stains, leaving you with a cleaner, whiter, and brighter smile.

New Patient Experience - Creating a Baseline for Your Oral Health

During your first patient visit, you can expect a comprehensive oral health evaluation to establish a baseline for future dental care. We typically start with a review of your medical and dental history and ask you about current dental concerns. Next, we take digital x-rays to uncover signs of dental problems. A physical exam will help rule out tooth decay, gum disease, damaged restorations, a misaligned bite, oral cancer, and other oral health concerns.

After your oral exam, we will share our findings and work with you to create a custom treatment plan to address any pressing dental concerns. We may also recommend preventive services to keep dental problems from developing.

Recare Visits - Maintaining Long-Term Healthy Smiles

Each visit to our dental practice is a unique experience tailored to your smile’s needs. In general, here’s a look at what you can expect during your appointment:

Digital Dental X-Rays: Digital X-rays help us detect early decay between your teeth, bone loss, cysts, and other concerns not visible to the naked eye.
Dental Exam: We evaluate every aspect of your oral health, including the health of your teeth, gums, and bite.
Oral Cancer Screening: Oral cancer screenings ensure the early detection of abnormalities, which helps ensure the best possible treatment outcomes.
Dental Cleaning: Our dental hygienist removes plaque and tartar from your teeth and gum line using an ultrasonic scaler, leaving your smile minty clean, and fresh.
Fluoride Treatment: We may recommend a fluoride treatment to strengthen your tooth enamel and lower the risk of cavities.
Next Steps: We will share any findings with you and may recommend restorative or preventive treatments, as needed, to keep your smile healthy and free of disease.