| COVID-19 Update: Temporary Office Hours
Carolina Smiles Family Dentistry will remain open 7am to 2pm: Monday, Wednesday and Friday, for emergency patients only. |
Cleanings, Exams, & Oral Cancer ScreeningsProfessional cleanings performed by a licensed dentist or hygienist are just as important to your dental health as daily brushing and flossing. Using specialized tools and training, your hygienist at Carolina Smiles Family Dentistry will remove:
Some patients will require a deep cleaning due to gum disease and past periodontal treatments. Carolina Smiles Family Dentistry will review your past dental history and identify any issues you may need treatment for. ExaminationsRegular examinations, by Carolina Smiles Family Dentistry, help detect and prevent health issues before they become serious. Consistent dental check-ups help catch problems when they are small and easier to treat. Left unattended, small treatable problems become worse and may require more extensive, expensive procedures to repair. Dental examinations generally include the following:
Regular examinations by Carolina Smiles Family Dentistry are very important for your health. Remember, "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." –Benjamin Franklin X-rays (Radiographs)Dental x-rays are a primary tool for early identification of dental problems. Your West Columbia dentist can detect issues with x-rays before they become problems, saving you money in the long run by preventing the need for more expensive procedures or surgeries. X-rays are primarily used to detect internal tooth decay, cysts (fluid filled sacks at the base of your teeth), tumors, impacted teeth, and teeth that are still erupting.Oral Cancer ScreeningsDuring your dental visit, your dentist can talk to you about your health history and examine these areas for signs of mouth and/or throat cancer. Regular visits to your dentist can improve the chances that any suspicious changes in your oral health will be caught early, at a time when cancer can be treated more easily.Symptoms of Mouth or Throat Cancer
Make sure to tell your dentist about any problems you have when chewing, swallowing, speaking or moving your tongue or jaw. |
