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Your dentist examines every tooth, checks your gums for signs of periodontal disease, looks at the soft tissues of your mouth for anything unusual, and assesses your bite and jaw. Any findings are explained clearly so you know where you stand before you leave the chair.",[],"normal",{"_key":48,"_type":29,"children":49,"markDefs":54,"style":37},"91cb05cfb036",[50],{"_key":51,"_type":33,"marks":52,"text":53},"953600269ca0",[],"Why six months is the right interval",[],{"_key":56,"_type":29,"children":57,"markDefs":62,"style":46},"a284ddd753a2",[58],{"_key":59,"_type":33,"marks":60,"text":61},"6b8a60483623",[],"Six months is the gap at which most problems are still small enough to fix simply. Beyond that window, a tiny area of decay can progress into something that needs a filling, a crown, or a root canal. 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It is targeted prevention for patients at higher risk.",[],{"_key":80,"_type":29,"children":81,"markDefs":86,"style":37},"8a2fa978c83a",[82],{"_key":83,"_type":33,"marks":84,"text":85},"715bdd12b04c",[],"X-rays and when you will need them",[],{"_key":88,"_type":29,"children":89,"markDefs":94,"style":46},"b3bb83043442",[90],{"_key":91,"_type":33,"marks":92,"text":93},"6955e4a0a0eb",[],"Digital X-rays are taken when clinical examination alone cannot see the full picture, typically every 12 to 24 months for patients with stable oral health, and more often when investigating a specific concern. Radiation exposure from modern digital sensors is very low.",[],"What to expect",{"_type":97,"content":98,"eyebrow":160},"accordion",[99,112,124,136,148],{"_key":100,"_type":101,"text":102,"title":111},"43207ddc7b77","object",[103],{"_key":104,"_type":29,"children":105,"markDefs":110,"style":46},"c3379e7ea78c",[106],{"_key":107,"_type":33,"marks":108,"text":109},"cc04cb2bcd71",[],"For most adults in good oral health, every six months is the standard recommendation. Patients with active gum disease, a history of frequent cavities, or certain medical conditions may benefit from checkups every three to four months. Your dentist will suggest the right interval at your first visit.",[],"How often should I have a dental checkup?",{"_key":113,"_type":101,"text":114,"title":123},"41b3a6a2234b",[115],{"_key":116,"_type":29,"children":117,"markDefs":122,"style":46},"622ca9c0bd5b",[118],{"_key":119,"_type":33,"marks":120,"text":121},"d6a2b7c0647e",[],"A standard checkup should not hurt. The exam itself is visual and involves a small mirror and probe. If you have sensitive teeth or anxiety about dentistry, let us know before your appointment and we will adjust the approach.",[],"Do dental checkups hurt?",{"_key":125,"_type":101,"text":126,"title":135},"85b3d7f73b2e",[127],{"_key":128,"_type":29,"children":129,"markDefs":134,"style":46},"f68a870b529c",[130],{"_key":131,"_type":33,"marks":132,"text":133},"ecc713bc2bd8",[],"A checkup is performed by a dentist and focuses on diagnosis: examining teeth, gums, and soft tissues to identify issues. A hygienist appointment focuses on professional cleaning, removing plaque and tartar that brushing cannot reach. Most patients benefit from both, often on alternating visits.",[],"What's the difference between a checkup and a hygienist visit?",{"_key":137,"_type":101,"text":138,"title":147},"828cecc25c83",[139],{"_key":140,"_type":29,"children":141,"markDefs":146,"style":46},"6d894269e7ba",[142],{"_key":143,"_type":33,"marks":144,"text":145},"b558b582df7f",[],"No. X-rays are taken when clinically justified, typically every 12 to 24 months for patients with stable oral health, or more often when investigating a specific problem. We never take X-rays routinely without a clinical reason.",[],"Will I need X-rays at every appointment?",{"_key":149,"_type":101,"text":150,"title":159},"a35ddcadef6d",[151],{"_key":152,"_type":29,"children":153,"markDefs":158,"style":46},"ab1bb2d64b15",[154],{"_key":155,"_type":33,"marks":156,"text":157},"023a1a75ec53",[],"You will get a clear explanation of what was found, what the treatment options are, and what each option costs. 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