If you are visiting El Segundo Modern Dentistry & Orthodontics for the first time, you might wonder what to expect. Whether this is your first time ever seeing a dentist, you are new to the area, or you are simply switching providers, we want to make your first dental visit as comfortable as possible.
If you haven’t been to the dentist in a while, you might be wondering how often you should come see us in the South Bay. Ideally, if you don’t have any major problems, you should come visit our El Segundo dental office at least twice per year for a checkup and routine teeth cleanings. This will keep you on a good schedule of maintenance.
For additional issues, you might need to see us more frequently. Of course, if you are seeing us regularly you will be less likely to have those issues down the line.
Children of all ages need to see the dentist regularly, including babies starting around six months. By the age of seven, you should get your child checked out by our orthodontist here at El Segundo Modern Dentistry & Orthodontics to identify potential misalignments of the incoming permanent teeth.
Your first dental visit at El Segundo Modern Dentistry & Orthodontics will primarily be a checkup. We will check your teeth for cavities and your gums for signs of inflammation and gum disease.
If we notice any misalignment in the teeth or the jaw, we might recommend braces or other orthodontics. We also routinely check for oral cancer at our checkups.
Digital X-rays and other images may be taken. And we might also complete a routine teeth cleaning at the end of the appointment.
Even if you are brushing and flossing your teeth regularly, you still need to come see us in El Segundo for a professional teeth cleaning. The routine teeth cleaning is necessary because plaque and tartar buildup cannot be removed at home. Our dental hygienists will carefully scrape away any plaque and calculus that can cause gum disease and other issues.
If you have dental insurance, the cost of your first dental visit might be covered partially or totally by your insurance company. This is because dental checkups are great for prevention, as well as routine teeth cleanings. Otherwise, if you do not have dental insurance, the cost of a first dental visit in El Segundo, California might range depending on what exactly you need. Check with our front desk for exact rates.
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To schedule your first dental visit, contact El Segundo Modern Dentistry & Orthodontics today by calling (424) 277-2671, and our friendly staff will be happy to help you.
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