Dental Health

Checkups

At Clarence House we have a strong prevention-based philosophy. Regular checkups help to keep your mouth, gums and teeth healthy by spotting any problems early. We recommend at least two checkups and hygienist visits per year for most people.

What happens in a routine check up?

If you are new patient, your first visit will be slightly different to our routine check-ups. Find out more here.

When you first arrive, we will ask you to complete a “Dental Menu” which asks you about your teeth at the moment, whether you are having any problems and if there are areas you would like to improve. Then relax by enjoying a coffee and the magazines in our reception lounge, where you will be greeted by Tony, Marc or Kate.

When you are with the dentist he/she will:

• Look at your face and neck to see that they are healthy and feel under your jaw.
• Look inside your mouth, at your tongue, your cheeks and lips, the roof of your mouth and the back of your throat. These are places where there might be a problem that you cannot see or feel.
• Look at your teeth and gums to see whether they are healthy and if there are signs of decay, damage or gum disease. For children, we will also check tooth and jaw development to see if orthodontic treatment may be required now or in the future.
• Compare your mouth to how it was when we last saw you.

The dentist will then discuss with you any treatment you may need, explaining the choices and whether there will be any cost.