Dental Cleanings & Exams in Winston Salem

We agree with the recommendation of the American Dental Association that you should schedule checkups every six months. This frequency allows us to stay a step ahead of dental problems by monitoring your oral health on an ongoing basis.

Why Twice Per Year?

Obviously, semi-annual checkups are needed for good oral health, but numerous studies also point to a connection between what’s happening in your mouth and your overall health. Chronic dental conditions like decay and gum disease have been shown to contribute to problems like heart disease, lung disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, and dementia.

Dental Exams with Dr. Tibbs

During your exams, Dr. Tibbs visually examines your teeth to look for any changes since your last visit. If you are a new patient and don’t have current x-rays, we will probably recommend a set of low-radiation digital x-rays to use as a baseline for future visits.

If he does find a problem, we can resolve it when it is still small and easily treatable. Dr. Tibbs will use an intraoral camera that displays a real-time image of your teeth on your chairside monitor. You will be able to clearly see what the concern is so you can understand why treatment is needed.

Call Your Winston-Salem Dentist

If it’s time for your routine checkup, please call us to arrange an appointment at our Winston-Salem, NC dental office.

Your Winston-Salem dentist and the American Dental Association place particular emphasis on professional teeth cleanings. It really is your best defense against preventable conditions.

Unfortunately, people do skip their teeth cleanings, believing that brushing and flossing alone will keep their smiles healthy for life.

Importance of Regular Dental Cleanings

When you skip teeth cleanings, you allow bacteria, tartar, and plaque to collect on your teeth. And your toothbrush and dental floss alone cannot get rid of it all. So over time, you develop cavities and—in some cases—gum disease.

Gum disease is a severe oral health complication that can lead to tooth loss and systematic health concerns involving the heart and lungs. It has even been linked to certain forms of dementia and low birth weight in babies.

Skipping teeth cleanings not only puts you at risk for preventable conditions, but it can also mean more time in the dental chair later and more money spent on avoidable conditions. For example, gum disease therapy is ongoing. Likewise, a root canal treatment means more than one dental visit.

Schedule Your Teeth Cleaning in Winston-Salem Today

If it’s time for your next teeth cleaning, give us a call.

We see patients everywhere, including those in Winston-Salem, Clemmens, Lewisville, and Muddy Creek, NC. And our dentist works with CareCredit.

Do you notice a sharp pain when you take a bite of ice cream or a sip of coffee? Is tooth brushing and flossing a painful procedure? If so, you are not alone; some surveys show that one in eight Americans deals with tooth sensitivity.

Causes of Tooth Sensitivity:

• Tooth decay
• Gum disease
• Worn fillings
• Worn tooth enamel
• Fractured teeth
• Gum recession

When your teeth are healthy, the outer layer of enamel protects the visible part of your tooth (the crown). Beneath the gum, a layer of material called cementum shields the root of the tooth. Under these two layers is a material called dentin.

Embrace Preventative Dentistry!

If you want to avoid dealing with sensitive teeth, proper oral hygiene is essential. You can speak to Dr. Tibbs about your concerns, and after he performs a thorough exam, he may recommend a desensitizing toothpaste that blocks pain sensations between the surface of your tooth and the nerve. An in-office fluoride application is a treatment that strengthens enamel, or we may suggest a crown or bonding to build up worn portions of your tooth.

Call Your Winston-Salem Dentist

Tooth sensitivity is common and usually easy to treat. If you have sensitive teeth, please call our Winston-Salem dental practice to arrange an appointment so we can find the solution you need to relieve your discomfort! 

Everyone in your family should recognize the importance of regular trips to the dentist. However, visiting the dentist for the first time can be a bit unnerving, especially for young children. Here at Tibbs Dental, we're here to make sure that every Winston-Salem family's first visit to the dentist is memorable for all of the right reasons.

What should I expect during my family's first visit to the dentist?

Upon arrival, you'll receive a warm and comforting welcome. We'll then start the process of getting to know you by learning about your medical history, including any allergies, medications, health issues, or hereditary risk factors.

Then, the dentist, Dr. Jeffrey Tibbs, will carefully examine your teeth, gums, and mouth to check for any issues, after which one of our dental hygienists will clean your teeth, removing any plaque or tartar buildup. Finally, Dr. Tibbs and our staff will educate you and your family and offer some tips on how to properly maintain your oral hygiene.

Our goal during every visit, but especially at the start of our relationship with your family, is not only to ensure your dental health but to do so with warmth and care and create an environment in which you and your family always feel comfortable asking questions or expressing concerns.

Family Dentist in Winston-Salem

If you are looking for a family "dentist near me" in Winston-Salem, contact Dr. Tibbs and his friendly staff for an appointment.