Check-up and hygiene

Most problems in the mouth are quiet for a long time. A regular check-up finds them while they are still small, cheap and painless to fix. At Lumina the check-up and the hygiene visit happen in one appointment, so you only take one morning off.

Your dentist checks every tooth, your gums, your bite and the soft tissue of the mouth. Our hygienist then removes plaque and tartar, polishes away stains with airflow and shows you the two or three habits that will make the biggest difference at home.

1. Conversation first. We ask about your health, any sensitivity and what you would like to change.
2. Examination. Teeth, gums, bite and an oral cancer screen, with low-dose digital X-rays when they are due.
3. Professional clean. Scaling, airflow polish and fluoride varnish, at a pace you set.
4. Your plan. A clear summary with priorities and prices, sent to you by email the same day.

Teeth can feel smooth and slightly sensitive for a day. Avoid coffee, tea and red wine for two hours after the polish. We send a reminder when your next visit is due.