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    Dental Check-ups.

    A relaxed opportunity to check in, ask questions and understand your oral health at your own pace.

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    A check-up is a chance to look at your teeth, gums and mouth, and to raise anything you have noticed. We’ll ask about changes to your health and listen to any concerns before explaining what we find. Regular reviews can help identify changes early and give you a clear picture of your oral health.

    A good place to start

    A review shaped around your oral health

    1. 01

      Tell us what’s changed

      We’ll ask about your general health, your dental history and any questions or symptoms you would like to discuss.

    2. 02

      Examine your mouth

      We check your teeth and gums. X-rays are considered only when they are clinically needed.

    3. 03

      Agree what comes next

      We explain our findings, offer practical advice and discuss when your next review may be helpful.

    A little more clarity

    Your questions, answered.

    Clinically reviewed

    We examine your teeth, gums and mouth, ask about any changes or concerns, and review your general health and cleaning habits. We then explain our findings and discuss any care that may be needed.

    Not necessarily. The interval depends on your oral health and risk of future problems. Your dentist will recommend when to return and explain why that timing suits you.

    No. X-rays are recommended when they are clinically useful, for example to assess areas that cannot be seen directly. We’ll explain why they are needed before taking them.

    Yes. Early decay and gum problems do not always cause pain. Routine checks give us a chance to identify concerns before they become harder to treat.

    Yes. Check-ups help us monitor their teeth and give age-appropriate advice on brushing and diet. Please ask the practice about appointments and the current arrangements for children.

    We provide a quick clean as part of your check-up. If you need more thorough cleaning or gum care, we’ll discuss whether a separate hygienist appointment would be appropriate.

    Your dentist also checks your gums, tongue, cheeks, throat and jaw joints. This includes screening for signs of oral cancer.

    A routine check-up usually takes 15–30 minutes. A first visit to a new practice may take a little longer.

    As soon as their first tooth appears, or by their first birthday. Early visits help children feel comfortable at the dentist.

    Bring an up-to-date list of medications and details of any changes to your medical history. Let us know if you're pregnant, as this can affect your gums and some treatments.

    Let us know when you book. We can take things at your pace, explain each step and agree a stop signal so you can ask us to pause whenever you need to.

    Yes. Your dentist checks the fit of your dentures and the health of your gums and mouth, including around existing implants, and screens for signs of oral cancer. If implant-specific treatment is needed, we can discuss referral options.

    You're welcome even if it's been a long time since your last visit. We'll start with a thorough check and create a plan to help get your mouth healthy, without judgement.

    Independent patient information

    Advice from the Oral Health Foundation

    The Oral Health Foundation is an oral health charity. These guides can help you understand your options and prepare questions for your dental team. General information complements, rather than replaces, advice tailored to your mouth.

    Links open on the Oral Health Foundation website.

    Start with a conversation.

    We’ll listen, explain what may be suitable for you and give you room to decide.

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