Dental Cleanings & X-Rays
At Tippit Dental Group, we are calling on all Texans to “get washed up.”
A State of Clean
Dental cleanings are an important part of your oral hygiene routine. Along with daily brushing and flossing, a cleaning is the first line of defense against periodontal disease. Your gums are the foundation of a healthy mouth. Keeping your gums healthy and strong can help ensure your teeth outlast you.
Routine dental examinations go hand in hand with dental cleanings. It is important to have your dentist take a look at your teeth and review your X-rays when you get your teeth cleaned.
Digital Dental X-Rays
Your enamel is the hardest substance in your body, making it strong enough to last a lifetime. Most of us, however, will face the inevitable cavity or two during our time.
Many cavities are visible with the naked eye, but some are not and require X-ray technology to properly diagnose. The earlier we diagnose a cavity, the faster we can stop it and protect your tooth.
Regular dental X-rays can effectively identify conditions like decay and bone loss before they cause bigger problems such as infections or tooth loss.
Everyone is incredibly friendly. They are always on time. They seem to be genuinely concerned about their patients. I would never go anywhere else.
What to Expect
Your dental cleaning should last about an hour. Your hygienist will review your medical and dental history and discuss any concerns you may have. Dental x-rays will be taken if you are due for them. Measurements will be taken to determine the current health of your gums. More advanced stages of periodontal disease will need a different type of cleaning and will be discussed if needed
Our hygienists will clean your teeth using a variety of the latest technology and methods. Once all the plaque and tartar is removed, your teeth will be flossed and polished.
The dentist will step in at some point during your cleaning and take a look at your teeth and review your x-rays. This is an important step in preventing dental problems from getting larger and more destructive. Small problems get small fixes!
I've been a patient at Tippit Dental Group for close to 30 years. My dentists and hygienists have changed over time, but I have always felt I received top-rated care with a personal touch! My current hygienist, Jennifer, is a joy. She cleans my teeth well, without causing much pain! Her only bad habit is asking a question about my family while she has my mouth wide open and I cannot answer... :-)
From one small business owner to another, Tippit does a fantastic job at serving their clients. They are friendly, efficient, and make the experience enjoyable (as much as a visit to the dentist can be), and I am confident in their knowledge and expertise. Would recommend!
I had a great experience! The dental hygienist was absolutely wonderful, kind, thorough, and made me feel completely at ease. The care and attention to detail were exceptional. Highly recommend!
Great experience. Everyone is so nice and professional. Everything was explained to me as well as a plan for my care. Definitely recommend. Plus they got me in the same day I inquired into starting services.
Love this place! They’re always gentle and do a fantastic job - I’ve been a patient for several years. I trust them and feel comfortable in their care. Everyone is extremely friendly, welcoming, and the office is very clean. Plus, they’re always efficient and on time for appointments. :)
FAQs
- Safety: By using digital dental X-ray technology, we are able to reduce radiation exposure by up to 90 percent. This dramatic reduction makes dental X-rays one of the safest types of X-rays in medicine today.
- Instant Access: Once we take a digital X-ray, it appears instantly on our treatment room monitor. This makes it easier for our dentists to quickly diagnose your condition without the hassle of dark room development.
- High-Resolution Images: Much like your digital camera, your dental X-ray will give us a high-resolution image that our dentists can zoom in on, adjust brightness or contrast, and even add color technology for a better view.
- Easy Comparison: If one of our dentists notices a change in your oral health, they can quickly compare your digital X-ray to previous images to compare changes and make accurate recommendations for treatment. This is especially useful for conditions such as bone loss and root resorption.
- Going Green: Rather than having to dispose of toxic darkroom chemicals, digital dental X-rays provide instant images without the need to develop film, making them safer for our environment.
- If you want to keep your natural teeth, or protect the ones you still have, digital dental X-rays are a good investment in the future of your oral health.