Dental checkups and teeth cleanings in Rome are considered the most popular services provided by dentists throughout the country. Because of the clear emphasis and encouragement placed on patients to pursue preventive dental care, these six-month visits are essential when it comes to avoiding tooth decay, infection, and damage. If it has been a while since your last dental checkup and cleaning, call our office today to schedule an appointment with Dr. Weldon.
When arriving for your first dental checkup, you can expect to be with our team for about one hour. A member of our staff will escort you to a private treatment room and review your medical and dental history. This is a great time to ask questions or share any concerns you may have.
Either a dental hygienist or assistant will then capture digital dental X-rays or use our intraoral camera to capture high-resolution images that allow for a clear, overall view of your mouth. These images are used to provide a clear diagnosis should we find any areas of concern.
After a thorough examination of your teeth and images by Dr. Weldon, he will review his findings with you. This is another great time to ask any questions or share goals you have for your smile. Dr. Weldon will then have an open and collaborative discussion of any treatment recommendations for you to consider to improve your oral health.
Following your exam, your dental hygienist will then begin to clean your teeth by gently removing any hardened plaque and tartar from your teeth and gums, minimizing your risk for gum disease. We’ll also floss and polish your pearly whites to help them feel cleaner and have that “just visited the dentist” freshness when you leave. If Dr. Weldon diagnoses gum disease of any kind, it may be necessary to schedule a deep cleaning. This is different from a routine dental cleaning.
Gum disease can impact both the teeth and gums, causing them to become inflamed and infected. As a result, bacteria will attack the soft oral tissues, teeth, and bone if left untreated. By performing a deep cleaning, we can remove accumulated plaque and calculus through a process known as “scaling” before smoothing out your tooth roots to encourage reattachment and reduce the possibility of reinfection. This is known as “root planing”. You can learn more about gum disease and how we comfortably treat it right here at Weldon Dental of Rome by clicking here:
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The American Dental Association (ADA) and Dr. Weldon both agree that six-month dental checkups and teeth cleanings are essential for better oral health.
These visits make it possible for professionals to thoroughly check for signs of cavities, gum disease, damage to existing restorations, and even oral cancer on a regular basis. Because many of these issues can progress over time if left unchecked, it is best that you keep your twice-yearly appointments to avoid more serious, complex, and costlier oral health problems in the future.
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Weldon Dental of Rome can be found along Martha Berry Blvd NE, near the intersection of N 5th Ave and W 11th Street. We’re only minutes away from the Publix Super Market at Charles High Square, Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center, and Heritage Park. If you see Divine Salon & Spa or The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy, you’re in the right place! We can’t wait to welcome you in soon and help you get started on a brighter, healthier smile.
