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Dental Exams and Cleaning

Dental Exams

An extensive dental care exam will be carried out by Dr. Tycast at your preliminary dental visit. At regular check-up exams, Dr. Tycast and the hygienist will conduct the following:

  •  Assessment of diagnostic x-rays (radiographs): important for recognition of decay, tumors, cysts, and bone tissue loss. X-rays additionally assist determining tooth and root positions.
  • Oral cancer testing: We will check the face, throat, mouth, tongue, neck, tissues, and gum tissue for almost any indications of oral cancer.
  • Gum illness assessment: We will check out the gum tissue and bone tissue around the teeth for almost any indications of periodontal disease.
  • Assessment of tooth decay: All tooth areas would be examined for decay with special dental care tools.
  • Examination of present restorations: inspect present fillings, crowns, etc.
Dental Exams
Dental Cleanings

Dental Cleanings

Expert dental cleaning procedure (dental prophylaxis) are generally carried out by Registered Dental Hygienists. Your cleaning appointment will consist of a dental care exam plus the following:

  •  Elimination of calculus (tartar): Calculus is hardened plaque which has been left in the tooth for a while and it is now securely connected to the tooth surface. Calculus forms above and underneath the gum line and can only be eliminated with special dental care tools.
  • Elimination of plaque: Plaque is a sticky, nearly invisible film that forms in the teeth. It’s a developing colony of living bacteria, metal debris, and saliva. The germs create toxins (poisons) that inflame the gum tissue. This irritation is the beginning of periodontal disease!
  • Teeth polishing: eliminate stain and plaque which is not usually eliminated during enamel cleaning and scaling.

Call for an appointment at LeSueur Family Dental or come in for a consultation from best dentist in Le Sueur, and most trusted dentist in Belle Plaine, St. Peter, New Prague, Arlington, Gaylord to learn more about dental cleaning procedure & examination.

Office Hours

  • Monday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
  • Tuesday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • Wednesday 7:00 a.m. - 6: 00 p.m.
  • Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • Friday 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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