{"id":220,"date":"2018-12-03T14:50:07","date_gmt":"2018-12-03T14:50:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/blog\/?p=220"},"modified":"2019-01-03T14:55:43","modified_gmt":"2019-01-03T14:55:43","slug":"been-a-while-since-youve-seen-a-dentist-in-upper-arlington-start-here","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/blog\/been-a-while-since-youve-seen-a-dentist-in-upper-arlington-start-here\/","title":{"rendered":"Been a While Since You\u2019ve Seen a Dentist in Upper Arlington? Start Here!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/AdobeStock_59448994-1-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"Woman getting a dental exam\" class=\"wp-image-221\" width=\"302\" height=\"201\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/AdobeStock_59448994-1-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/AdobeStock_59448994-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/AdobeStock_59448994-1-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 302px) 100vw, 302px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you been putting off a dental checkup for a long time, but\nfeel ready to schedule an appointment? That\u2019s great &#8211; you\u2019ve taken the first\nstep towards achieving great oral health and a smile that looks and feels\nfantastic. Regular visits with a dentist in Upper Arlington are important\nbecause they prevent many problems before they start, but if it\u2019s been a while,\nyou might feel anxious or wonder what to expect. Keep reading to find out what\nyour checkup will include and get tips for making the most out of your visit! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Can You Expect at Your Checkup?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing what to expect will help you feel more comfortable.\nHere\u2019s a general idea of what a checkup includes:&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>A review\nof your history <\/strong>\u2013 A dentist will review your medical and dental history and\nask if you have any questions or specific concerns. <\/li><li><strong>Images\nwill be taken <\/strong>\u2013 X-rays will be taken to evaluate the parts of your mouth\nthat a dentist can\u2019t see with their eyes alone and intraoral photos may be\ntaken to show you up-close pictures of your teeth and gums.&nbsp; <\/li><li><strong>Oral\ncancer screening <\/strong>\u2013 Both a dentist and hygienist will visually examine all\nthe tissues in your oral cavity to make sure everything is healthy. <\/li><li><strong>Gum\nevaluation<\/strong> \u2013 Your gums will be gently examined to determine whether you\nhave gum disease.<\/li><li><strong>Cleaning <\/strong>\u2013\nYou\u2019ll get a professional cleaning to remove plaque, tartar, and stains. If you\nhave gum disease, a dentist will recommend a special type of cleaning to better\nserve your needs. <\/li><li><strong>Dental Exam\n<\/strong>\u2013 Finally, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/meet-the-dentists.html\">dentist in\nUpper Arlington<\/a> will thoroughly examine your teeth and gums and discuss any\nrecommendations or treatment needs you might have. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips For Getting the Most From Your Visit <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are few things you can do to help your checkup go\nsmoothly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Arrive at least 10-15 minutes ahead of time to\nfill out paperwork.<\/li><li>Think of any questions you have beforehand.<\/li><li>Don\u2019t forget information about your medical\nhistory like your current prescriptions and the contact information for your\ndoctor. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, if you\u2019re one of the many people who feel nervous or\nanxious before dental visits, remember that modern dentists make your comfort a\ntop priority. Always be sure to discuss any fears you have at your first visit\nso the staff can take steps to make you feel comfortable from start to finish. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s normal to feel apprehensive about seeing a dentist for\nthe first time if it\u2019s been a while, but you\u2019ll feel a huge sense of relief\nafter your visit knowing that you\u2019ve invested in your oral health!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/meet-the-dentists.html\">Dr. Christy\nCox<\/a> is a dentist in Upper Arlington who makes coming to the dentist after a\nlong time away easy and comfortable. She and her staff provide dental care in a\njudgment-free environment to help their patients achieve great oral health\nwithout fear or embarrassment \u2013 no matter how long it\u2019s been. If you have any\nquestions, she can be contacted through her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or at\n(614) 451-7393.&nbsp; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-220","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Been a While Since You\u2019ve Seen a Dentist in Upper Arlington? 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