Visiting the dentist in Solihull and Sutton Coldfield for the first time after a break

Many adults in the Sutton Coldfield or Solihull areas of the West Midlands find themselves experiencing dental problems and because they haven’t been going for regular check-ups are a little nervous about arranging a trip to the dentist. After years of avoiding check-ups many people do not know what to expect from a visit to the dentist, but it is all fairly simple and straightforward, and certainly nothing to be anxious about. Even with many years absence from the dental chair, a good general dentist can have you back on track in no time.

A standard trip to the dentist will entail a full examination of your teeth, gums and mouth plus a routine screening for mouth cancer. The dentist will ask if you have experienced any problems or issues and provide advice on dental care, or on what treatments are required if there are any issues. If you haven’t had professional dental care for some time, a routine appointment is also a good opportunity to look at your mouthcare routine and find out if you are doing enough to stay healthy, and cleaning your teeth correctly.

We all like to think we clean our teeth correctly, but even if this is the case, a routine check-up at the dentist is a chance to get those teeth even cleaner. The dentist themselves, or in many cases, a dental hygienist, will provide a full clean of your teeth, removing plaque and tartar with professional equipment and leaving your mouth feeling totally clean and refreshed.

Although the dentist will be able to detect any practical problems such as decay and erosion they will also be able to discuss with you any cosmetic issues that you are not happy about. They will provide a range of options that you can choose from to remedy the aspects of your teeth or gums that are preventing you from being 100% happy with your smile.

While undergoing any designated treatment you may have a couple of extra visits to your Sutton Coldfield or Solihull dentist. However, once issues are corrected, most of us visit regularly, usually every six months, but for some of us, more or less often. A good dentist will be able to discuss with you how often this would need to be.