Preventive care

The best treatment is the one you never need.

A thorough check-up and professional cleaning every six months catches small problems while they are still small, and keeps your gums healthy for life.

Visit
30 – 60 min
Recommended
Every 6 months
X-rays
Low-dose digital, as needed
For
All ages

The treatment

More than a quick polish

We examine every tooth, your gums, bite and the soft tissues of your mouth, including a screening for early signs of oral cancer.

Hardened tartar is removed with gentle ultrasonic scaling, teeth are polished, and you leave with honest, specific advice, not a lecture.

Book sooner if you notice

  • Bleeding gumsWhen brushing or flossing.
  • Bad breathThat does not go away with brushing.
  • SensitivityNew sensitivity to hot, cold or sweet.
  • Food trappingBetween particular teeth.

Step by step

What your visit includes

  1. 1

    Examination

    Teeth, gums, bite, jaw joints and soft tissues.

    15 min

  2. 2

    Digital X-rays

    Low-dose images to see between teeth and below the gum line.

    As needed

  3. 3

    Scaling & polishing

    Tartar and stains removed, teeth polished smooth.

    20 – 30 min

  4. 4

    Your plan

    What we found, what is fine, and anything to keep an eye on.

    5 – 10 min

Dr. Kabir Shah

Six months is long enough for small things to start, and short enough to stop them.

Dr. Kabir ShahPeriodontist & Preventive CareView profile

Questions

Asked by patients, answered plainly.

Something not here? Message us on WhatsApp and a doctor will reply.

Does cleaning damage enamel?

No. Ultrasonic scaling removes tartar, not tooth structure.

Why do my gums bleed after cleaning?

Inflamed gums bleed easily. Once they are healthy, bleeding stops, usually within a week or two of good brushing.

How often should children come?

Every six months from their first tooth, or as we advise.

Ready when you are.

Book an evaluation for preventive care. We’ll explain your options, the timeline and the cost in writing, with no obligation.

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