Thanks to dental x-ray innovation we can see the health of your teeth and gums internally. These x-rays allow us to see the inside of your mouth which helps us evaluate precisely what type of dental care you require. That being said, children often need more frequent x-rays as their teeth are smaller and it is easier to get cavities between their little teeth, but it is beneficial for all ages.

This is typically done by a dental hygienist prior to seeing the dentist and is the process of scaling, debriding and polishing the teeth. Several different instruments are used during a professional cleaning to loosen and remove plaque build-up and allow the hygienist to reach and clean areas you are unable to do at home. It is not a painful process at all and will leave your mouth feeling fantastic.