Top Questions to Ask Your General Dentist During Your Next Visit

Your Chicago, Illinois, dentist offers comprehensive general dentistry services to ensure you achieve your dental care goals in one location. The following are general dental care services you can enjoy in our office.

• Dental exams: Every six months, schedule an appointment with our dental team to detect and treat oral issues before they escalate. Besides visual exams, our dentist uses dental X-rays to uncover problems hidden beneath the gum line. 
• Dental cleanings: No matter how well you clean your teeth, you still need the help of a dentist. Professional dental cleanings remove plaque and tartar from hard-to-reach areas of the mouth. 
• Teeth sealants: A dental sealant is a protective restoration applied to the chewing surfaces of your teeth to “seal out” decay-causing bacteria and corrosive acids. Applying dental sealants is quick and minimally invasive, but the results last many years. 
• Tooth fillings: We repair tooth decay and minor damage with simple, tooth-colored fillings. The procedure is quick, and we only remove a minimal amount of your tooth structure. 
• Extractions: We try our best to save your natural teeth, but sometimes it isn’t possible. When preserving your natural tooth isn’t viable, we make dental extractions simple and painless. 

While six-month intervals are standard, your dentist tailors recommendations based on your oral health needs. If you are at an increased risk of gum disease or tooth decay, the dentist may recommend dental treatments every 3-4 months.