{"id":741,"date":"2019-09-30T18:17:25","date_gmt":"2019-10-01T01:17:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.smilesbygeorge.com\/smiles-by-george\/?p=741"},"modified":"2019-09-30T18:17:25","modified_gmt":"2019-10-01T01:17:25","slug":"dental-checkups-what-to-expect-indianapolis-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smilesbygeorge.com\/smiles-by-george\/dental-checkups-what-to-expect-indianapolis-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental Checkups: What to Expect | Indianapolis Dentist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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In order to maintain a healthy smile, it is important to practice dental hygiene<\/a> on a daily basis and visit the dentist regularly. Not only will they give you a good deep cleaning, but they will also help to detect any issues that may be coming up on the horizon. But what are you really looking at when you sit in that dentist chair? This is a quick rundown of everything you will come to expect during your dental visit. This way, you won\u2019t have anything to worry about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first thing most dentists will do when for a patient\u2019s\nfirst visit is conduct x-rays. The x-rays not only provide a current glimpse at\nthe state of the patient\u2019s oral health, but they offer a glimpse at the\npatient\u2019s dental history. Fillings, crowns, bridges and implants will be\nplainly visible, as well as any existing problems such as untreated decay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the dentist reviews the x-rays<\/a>, it\u2019s likely that the dentist will discuss your dental history \u2013 what problems has the patient had? What prompted the visit? What concerns does the patient have?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Based on the result of the x-rays, it\u2019s likely that the\ndentist will determine that certain teeth need attention, if a professional\ncleaning is needed, or showing the patient has in good oral health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You should now have a pretty good idea of what to expect. Not so bad, right? If you\u2019re still unsure, or if you have any questions, call the dentist\u2019s office \u2013 they\u2019ll be more than happy to walk you through the plans, and give you more details about what to expect on your first visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visit Dr. Kirtley today and schedule an appointment to maintain a healthy smile.  Call 317-841-1111 or www.smilesbygeorge.com<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr. George Kirtley proudly serves Indianapolis and all surrounding areas.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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