Routine dental cleanings and exams are the best insurance for your smile. They allow your dentist to find issues early when they are easier to treat.

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Preventive Dental Exams and Cleanings

Many people wonder why semi-annual dental appointments are necessary if they are not experiencing any oral health issues.

The answer is that good preventive care can reduce your risk for certain illnesses and help you achieve and maintain a level of excellent oral health that lets you look and feel your best.

Providing Your Medical History

Your routine visits are an excellent opportunity to talk to your dentist about any issues or discomfort you’ve been experiencing. Please be prepared to provide your medical history and come prepared with a list of any medications you take.

Knowing your medical history gives your dentist a more complete picture of your overall health. It has been established that a systemic link exists between your oral health and the prevalence of many serious general health concerns. For example, periodontitis (advanced gum disease) is associated with heart disease, pancreatic cancer, diabetes, and low birth weight in babies born to mothers with the disease.

Dental Examinations

Symptoms of some dental conditions may be so subtle that only a dentist can identify them.

During your visit, we thoroughly examine your mouth and check for signs of tooth decay. Our dentist also evaluates risk factors associated with bone loss and periodontal disease illnesses. This way, we can identify potential problems in their early stages while easily treatable.

Your dentist will also check your dental bite and may take x-rays or other diagnostic measures.

Teeth Cleaning

We clean your teeth gently and meticulously during your visit to remove plaque in hard-to-reach locations like between teeth. At this time, your hygienist will also provide helpful tips for getting the most out of your brushing and flossing routine at home.

A thorough dental cleaning not only helps you maintain excellent oral health but also lifts surface stains to brighten your smile and make your teeth look and feel great!

Schedule an Appointment Today!

Don’t miss your semi-annual visit! Contact our dental office today to schedule an appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are dental x-rays safe?

Yes. Today's digital x-rays are far safer than traditional radiographs. They emit less radiation, equivalent to taking a short walk in the sun. They also produce crisp and resizable images for your dentist, and this contributes to improved diagnostics and better treatment planning. Digital x-rays are also environmentally friendly compared to radiographs of the past.

I brush and floss every day. Why do I need a dental cleaning?

Even with excellent hygiene habits, it's easy to miss small areas of your teeth. Over time, the missed plaque will harden into tartar, which can only be removed with a dental hygienist's tools. When tartar accumulates beneath the gum line, the end result is red, puffy, inflamed gums – the beginnings of periodontal disease.

Meet Our Doctor:

Dr. Lucy Corrin DDS, MPH

Dr. Lucy Corrin is a general dentist who earned her bachelor’s degree from Rainy River Community College and the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. She then obtained a master’s degree at the University of North Dakota before rounding out her education with her Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry.

After earning her education, Dr. Corrin began practicing dentistry in 2018 and then moved back to her hometown of International Falls to start her own dental practice right here at Shorewood Dental in 2020.

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