Welcome to Lochwood Family Dental, your Dallas, TX dental office. Dr. Jennifer Nguyen and her dental team are dedicated to providing comfortable care and lasting results. Our office takes a comprehensive approach to dental care. We will consider your dental health goals, history, and oral health needs to find the right solutions to your dental problems.
New Patient Comprehensive Exam
Your initial oral examination includes a visual examination. We will chart your teeth and existing dental work and provide a probe to measure gum health. Our team will also take intra-oral photos and a 3D digital scan. At your first visit, we will provide a comprehensive diagnosis and treatment recommendations.
Exam
Your first visit to our office includes a complete and detailed oral examination. This exam helps us understand your dental health so we can create a personalized treatment plan for you.
During the exam, we will start with a visual inspection of your teeth, gums, and overall oral health. We’ll check for any signs of decay, gum disease, or other issues. Next, we will create a detailed chart of your teeth and any existing dental work, such as fillings, crowns, or bridges. This helps us keep track of your oral health over time.
We will also perform periodontal probing, which measures the spaces between your teeth and gums. This helps us evaluate the health of your gums and check for early signs of gum disease. To get a closer look at your teeth and gums, we will take intra-oral photos, which provide clear, detailed images of your mouth.
Also, we use a 3D digital scanner to create a full digital model of your teeth and bite. This technology helps us understand your oral structure and helps us plan treatments more accurately.
X-rays
We will also take X-rays, which may include panoramic X-rays. These allow us to visualize the oral cavity, skeletal structures, and a bite-wing series to diagnose the bone level and decay between the teeth properly. Without X-rays, we cannot fully diagnose and treat you with the highest standard of care.
You will get X-rays once a year or more if you have a current dental concern. These images help us keep track of your health and how your teeth and gums develop.
Dental Cleanings
Our office will provide dental cleanings at routine dental visits. Regular dental cleanings are essential for maintaining a healthy smile. Our hygienists will carefully clean your teeth and gums during your routine visits to prevent cavities and gum disease. Using stainless steel dental tools, they will remove plaque and tartar buildup that can lead to oral health problems if left untreated.
After the cleaning, we use gritty toothpaste to polish your teeth to remove surface stains and leave your smile smooth and shiny. We also offer a fluoride treatment to strengthen your teeth and protect against decay. Regular cleanings not only keep your mouth healthy but also help you maintain a bright, confident smile. Let us help you stay on top of your dental care with our professional cleaning services!
Why Are Dental Visits Essential?
Scheduling dental cleanings and office visits twice a year is a great supplement to a good oral hygiene routine. Multiple reasons why you should visit us every six months include:
Early Detection
Regular dental visits keep your teeth and gums healthy. Even if your teeth feel fine, seeing a dentist helps catch problems early before they get worse.
At a dental visit, our dentist will check for issues like cavities, gum disease, and oral cancer. These problems might not cause pain at first, but if left untreated, they can lead to bigger, more expensive issues. Early detection makes treatment easier and more effective.
Better Clean
Professional cleanings are another key part of dental visits. Even with good brushing and flossing habits, plaque and tartar can build up on your teeth.
Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that forms on your teeth, and if it’s not removed, it can harden into tartar. Tartar is much harder to remove and can lead to oral health problems like cavities and gum disease. No matter how careful you are with your daily oral care routine, regular brushing and flossing can’t always remove all the plaque and tartar from your teeth.
That’s where professional cleanings come in. Our hygienist will remove this buildup, helping to prevent cavities and gum disease.
Overall Health
Regular visits also help protect your overall health. Gum disease, for example, has been linked to health problems like heart disease and diabetes. Inflammation and infection can spread throughout the body. When you keep your mouth healthy, you’re supporting your whole body.
Oral Health Advice
Dentists can also give you advice on how to take care of your teeth at home. They might recommend the best toothbrush, toothpaste, or techniques for brushing and flossing. If you have dental appliances like braces or dentures, your dentist will make sure they’re in good shape and working properly.
Visiting the dentist regularly—usually every six months—sets you up for a lifetime of healthy smiles. It’s an easy way to prevent problems and keep your teeth looking and feeling their best.
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Appointments
We know you have many choices when choosing a dentist in Dallas, TX. We have made requesting an appointment a simple process via our website. If, for any reason, you cannot keep a scheduled appointment or it will be delayed, please call us as soon as possible to avoid receiving a cancellation fee.
Request a Dental Appointment
Are you looking for a dentist in the Dallas, TX area? Contact Lochwood Family Dental today at [new_patient_phone_span. Feel free to request an appointment with Dr. Jennifer Nguyen online. If you have any questions, please let us know. We’re here to help.
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