James River Family Dentistry
provides comprehensive dental care for general preventative needs for all members of your family. Our goal is to help your family maintain their oral health and educate them on the importance of good oral hygiene. James River Family Dentistry offers a few reasons why keeping up with 6-month check up appointments is so important.
What to expect at your 6-month appointment
- We discuss any changes, symptoms or concerns you have regarding your oral health.
- You will receive a thorough cleaning of the teeth and gum line to help prevent bad breath, cavities, and gum disease.
- Our dental team will fully exam the teeth, gums and mouth in order to determine if there are any signs of disease.
- Some appointments may include x-rays. Dentist use x-rays to check for any unnoticeable oral problem such as impacted teeth, jawbone damage, or decay between teeth.
Why is it so important?
- We will discuss your current oral health and dental history and risk of cavities or need for dental sealants or other preventive care.
- You will receive a new toothbrush, toothpaste and floss.
- We will evaluate your risk for any possible dental disease such as gingivitis.
- Prevention of gum disease.
What are the benefits of maintaining your dental health?
- We can help detect tooth decay, bite issues or the need for other treatments, such as: early intervention orthodontics, deep cleanings, tooth replacement, cosmetic dentistry and more.
- Your teeth are meant to last a lifetime. Keeping regular visits will prolong the life of their teeth and avoid extensive and invasive procedures later.
James River Family Dentistry knows that routine dental care and preventative services will help you and your family maintain a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. To schedule a 6 month check up for yourself, your child, or another member of your family, request an appointment online or call (804) 323-4200.