(IV) Health & prevention — No. 10
Preventive Dentistry
The best treatment is the one you never need.
Protecting the natural tooth with regular check-ups, professional cleaning and early diagnosis.
At a glance
- Check-up
- Every 6 months
- Cleaning
- Usually 30–45 min
- Anaesthesia
- Not needed
- Daily life
- Same day
Durations and visit counts are typical values; they vary from person to person and become clear after an examination.
A natural tooth is the tooth we protect best. Preventive dentistry aims to notice problems before they grow, solve them while they are small, and keep a smile healthy for years.
A regular check-up is more than looking for decay. It is an assessment of the gums, the jaw joint, the soft tissues of the mouth and habits such as clenching, grinding and diet — together.
Professional cleaning removes the tartar and stains a toothbrush cannot reach at home. With advice made for you, it protects your oral health until the next visit.
Who it is for
- Everyone — at least twice a year
- Anyone noticing bleeding gums or bad breath
- Those who build up tartar quickly
- Anyone protecting the result of aesthetic or implant treatment
Options
- 01
Check-up
A systematic examination of the teeth, gums and soft tissues of the mouth.
- 02
Professional cleaning
Removing tartar and stains, polishing the surfaces.
- 03
Fluoride
A protective application that strengthens enamel and lowers the risk of decay.
- 04
Personal care plan
Advice made for you on brushing, cleaning between the teeth and diet.
The process
Conversation
Your concerns, habits and general health are discussed.
Examination
Teeth, gums and soft tissues are examined; X-rays are taken if needed.
Cleaning
Tartar and stains are removed, surfaces polished.
Plan
Findings are shared; the next check-up — and any treatment — is planned.
—The Dent BB approach
We see a check-up not as a treatment but as a conversation: we read today’s mouth together, and plan its future together.
Honest expectations
- Professional cleaning does not replace daily care.
- Brief sensitivity can follow a cleaning.
- The interval between check-ups may be shorter depending on your risk.
Aftercare
- Brush twice a day, two minutes, with a fluoride toothpaste
- Floss or use interdental brushes every day
- Snack on sugar less often
- A check-up every six months
Frequently asked
Does scaling damage the enamel?
No. Done properly, it does not harm the enamel; it protects the health of the gums.
How often should I have a check-up?
Usually every six months. With gum disease or a high risk of decay, more frequent visits may be advised.
My gums bleed when I brush — is that normal?
Bleeding gums are most often a sign of inflammation and should be assessed.
This page is for information. A diagnosis and a treatment plan require an examination.