
Trismus Part Four – Treatment and Prevention
This is our last in the series of blogs about Trismus. We will look at the treatment and prevention of it. Trismus – Recap Trismus
We provide dental exams and dental cleanings in Brampton, leaving your teeth minty, clean and free of stains! We do dental exams and clean teeth for families, including kids, teens, adults and seniors.
Is it time for your next exam and dental cleaning? Call 905-791-3867 to book your next appointment.
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The short answer is YES. And here’s why we suggest annual dental cleanings for you and all family members.
Fact: Most dental insurance plans offer partial or complete coverage for dental cleaning and teeth cleaning procedures.
Moreover, here are seven dental issues that you can prevent with an annual or semi-annual teeth cleaning and examination.
Oral exams, checkups and dental cleanings are the first steps toward overall dental health and hygiene.
When you go for a routine examination, your dentist can help detect and prevent any oral health issues and diseases—before they become an issue.
If it’s your first visit to our clinic, your dentist will start by asking you about your medical history.
Your medical history lets your dentist know of factors, such as medications you take or previous injuries, that may affect your oral health. It also helps to determine how often you should have a dental checkup and tooth cleaning.
Your oral health and hygiene depend on how often you should go for a dental examination. Our goal is to catch and prevent issues as early as possible.
Fact: The Canadian Dental Association (CDA) recommends a dental exam for most people every six months.
Your dentist will conduct a visual exam during your visit, looking for early signs of cavities and damaged or missing or decayed teeth. But they’ll also look for:
Early signs of disease
Clenching and grinding
Catching signs of this during your appointment means it can be treated early.
If you clench or grind your teeth, your dentist can prevent it from causing potential headaches or a sore jaw to loss of hearing and teeth.
Structure and function
Your dentist will examine:
Your neck
Your dentist will examine your neck, feeling the glands and lymph nodes for signs of inflammation, which can point to a cause or condition elsewhere in the body.
X-rays
Your dentist may also take dental X-rays. These images can reveal:
Your dentist will share a treatment plan if a problem is spotted.
This plan gives you options for further care and preventing worsening symptoms and complications.
You should ask your dentist questions about the exam, diagnosis or treatments should they arise. Speaking of which is a list of common questions patients ask.
Are you curious what a dental cleaning will cost you? Dental cleanings cost, on average, between $150 to $250 per cleaning. However, the total amount may differ. For instance, one factor deciding how much you pay for a dental cleaning depends on your dental insurance plan and coverage.
Dental Cleaning or Teeth Cleaning treatments usually take 45 – 60 minutes. However, this depends on the amount of work needed. Oftentimes, dental cleanings and dental exams are combined. As a result, dental cleanings can take longer than one hour. Taking this into account will allow you time to complete added paperwork if the need arises.
Suppose your teeth cleaning appointment includes a fluoride treatment or air polishing. In that case, we suggest waiting at least 30 minutes before eating. If a fluoride treatment or air polishing is not part of your teeth cleaning, there is no need to wait to eat. However, we suggest avoiding foods that can cause staining or tooth discoloration for at least 6 hours after a treatment.
Teeth cleanings should not cause you pain. However, suppose a dental patient does experience discomfort during a cleaning. In that case, it is usually due to existing symptoms such as gum inflammation, tooth decay, and other oral hygiene issues, resulting in increased sensitivity during a patient’s dental cleaning procedure.
Talk to us before your exam and cleaning to inform us of any pre-existing issues. We listen.
In Brampton, Call 905-791-3867 or email us to book an appointment online. You’ll be glad you did!
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This is our last in the series of blogs about Trismus. We will look at the treatment and prevention of it. Trismus – Recap Trismus
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Dr. F. Keshavarz Dentistry
40 Finchgate Blvd Suite 121
Brampton, ON L6T 3J1
(Located in the: Bestgate Professional Centre)
Phone: 905-791-3867
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