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Staying ahead of problems

General Dentistry for Rivergrove Residents

Your teeth feel fine, and you would like to keep it that way. If you are in Rivergrove, here is how routine dental care works and what it can catch early.

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Prevention, explained

Feeling fine is a great time for a check-up.

Cavities and gum disease can develop quietly, well before they cause any discomfort. That is the case for regular exams, and it is why general dentistry places so much weight on prevention. For Rivergrove residents who have no complaints and simply want to stay on top of things, a routine visit to our Winnipeg clinic is where this begins.

A typical appointment combines a review of your history, an examination of your teeth and gums, and a professional cleaning that removes plaque and hardened tartar. Should something turn up, the rest of general dentistry is available too, from fillings to root canal therapy, though the hope is to spot trouble while it is minor.

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Early detection

Regular exams look for changes you are unlikely to notice in the mirror or feel when you chew.

What brushing misses

Hardened tartar cannot be brushed away at home, and that is where a professional cleaning comes in.

A recall that fits you

How often you return depends on your oral health, so your interval is decided after an assessment.

Beyond the routine

What general care offers Rivergrove patients

Check-ups & Cleanings is the card for most readers of this page. The others are here for reference if a concern ever comes up, and the laboratory entry only describes how restorations are fabricated.

Have an urgent concern? Call (204) 338-3003 to discuss availability.

A routine appointment

Here is what a regular visit includes.

If you are switching clinics or simply have not been in for a while, this is what you can generally expect.

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  1. 01

    Ask for a routine visit

    Say you are coming for a check-up and cleaning, and mention when you were last seen. Once your phone call or form arrives, the clinic arranges the time with you.

  2. 02

    Exam and hygiene care

    Your bite, soft tissues and existing dental work are checked alongside your teeth and gums. Your teeth may be polished after the cleaning, and fluoride may come up depending on your needs.

  3. 03

    Set your next date

    Before leaving, find out what was seen and when you should return. Should a concern need treatment, ask about your options and their estimated costs.

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Keeping it routine

Regular visits happen on McPhillips Street.

Rivergrove is in the north part of the City of Winnipeg, and your check-ups would take place at our clinic at Unit 5, 2358 McPhillips Street. The link on this page will bring up directions.

Changing dentists? Ask whether recent X-rays from your previous clinic can be transferred before you come in.

Questions about coverage?

Talk with our team before your visit or learn about CDCP.

A little clarity before your visit

Your questions, answered.

Helpful details about general dentistry in Rivergrove.

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How often should I come in if I have no problems?

Many patients return around every six months, although there is no universal rule. Your dentist and hygienist may advise a different schedule given how your oral health looks.

Do I need a check-up if I brush and floss every day?

Good home care helps a great deal, yet it cannot remove hardened tartar or let you see every surface. An exam can also pick up early changes in your gums and soft tissues.

When should I come in before my regular recall date?

Do not wait if something feels different, such as new sensitivity, bleeding gums or a chipped tooth. Contact the clinic and describe the change; for severe pain or swelling, please call.

Can you use the X-rays taken at my old dental office?

Ask the clinic whether suitable recent images can be transferred. Whether new ones are needed depends on your age, history, cavity risk and what the dentist has to see.

How long is a check-up and cleaning?

Length varies with your oral health, how much buildup there is, whether X-rays are required, and the time since your last visit. Some patients can get everything done in one appointment.

How do Rivergrove residents start as new patients?

Complete the form on this page or dial (204) 338-3003 and ask for a new-patient visit. Sending the form does not lock in a time, so watch for a reply from the clinic.

Stay on schedule

Put your next check-up on the calendar.

Request routine general dentistry from Rivergrove today. The clinic will contact you with appointment details.

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