Time For Your Checkup

We’re officially halfway through the year, and it’s the perfect time to make a plan to visit your dentist. If you have not been to see Dr. Coerver and our team in Mansfield, TX yet, be sure to make your appointment before the busy back-to-school season in August. Coming in for your biannual dental visits helps keep your smile cheerful, healthy, and free of cavities. If it’s been a while since your last cleaning and examination, remember that it’s never too late to come back!

Oral Health For The Whole Family

Checkups are important for patients of all ages, from your child who has just started developing their first set of teeth to your aging grandparents. It’s important to start visiting the dentist around the age of one year old to feel comfortable with this routine and continue going throughout your entire lifetime. When you come in for your appointment, your teeth will be carefully cleaned by one of our skilled dental hygienists. This step is essential in removing plaque before it builds up and causes cavities, gum disease, and other concerns. After your cleaning, your dentist will carefully examine your smile for any common problems. If needed, we can add restorative treatments to your plan to repair damage.

Make A Plan For Restorations

Even when you do your very best to take care of your smile, it’s likely that you’ll experience a cavity or gum disease at some point. When this happens, don’t put off treatment for the problem. In most cases, we can restore the damaged tooth with a dental filling. A dental filling is a minimally invasive procedure that can often be completed in one short appointment. We carefully remove the decayed area, clean the space, and then add strong material for protection and strength. Cavities are not the only concern you need to watch out for, of course. If you experience any other type of damage to your smile, checkups can help detect these, and we can make a plan for treatment as early as possible.

Take Care At Home

Smile care does not end when you leave our dental office. After we have refreshed your oral health, you will need to continue visiting your dentist every six months. Additionally, you should be brushing and flossing at least twice a day to keep your breath smelling fresh and free of bacteria. Many patients skip flossing in their routine, but dental hygiene is one of the most important steps in maintaining a healthy smile. If you need any clarification about improving your at-home routine, talk to our team during your visit.