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Most people know that regular visits to the dentist are good for your dental health, but did you know they can also be beneficial for your general health and wellbeing? At The Victoria Road Dental Clinic in Ruislip, we offer general check-ups for a fixed price of £25. So if you haven’t seen a dentist in a while, it’s time to come in for an examination.
How your dentist can spot early warning signs
At our Ruislip dental practice, we are passionate about preventative dentistry – stopping problems before they start. Regular visits to the dentist and hygienist are essential in the battle against tooth decay and gum disease, which often have few early warning signs that are noticeable at home.
By carrying out a thorough check-up, including using digital x-rays as necessary, your Ruislip dentist can spot early signs of tooth decay that may currently be causing you no problems (for example, decay within a tooth or underneath a restoration such as a crown or filling). As with most things, by catching decay at an early stage, it is much easier (and cheaper) to treat, reducing the risk of complications such as infection and the necessity for more intensive and invasive procedures such as root canal treatment.
Having strong, healthy teeth make it easier for you to enjoy a healthy, balanced diet, which is good for your general health.
The dentist and hygienist also play an important role in preventing and stopping gum disease. Again, there may be few early warning signs, but by having your teeth professionally cleaned every six months by the hygienist, and by having gum health checks with the dentist, the condition can be if not entirely avoided then easily managed.
Gum disease has been linked to a wide range of conditions including heart disease, so should be avoided.
If you do require restorative work such as fillings, our Ruislip dental practice offers both metal amalgam and white composite fillings, alongside gold or white porcelain crowns for additional strength.
VRDC in Ruislip offers root canal treatment for infected teeth, designed at removing the infection and saving the tooth.
