When you've got a busy schedule, making and keeping appointments with your dentist can be a challenge. In fact, such appointments are often the first things to be put off when you've got a scheduling conflict. Regular dental exams are essential to your oral health and well-being, and family and cosmetic dentist Joy K. Lunan, DDS wants to encourage residents in Middlebury, CT to make regular cleanings a priority.

Adults and children should visit the dentist twice a year. At these appointments, your teeth will be cleaned and checked for cavities. But there's much more to a dental checkup than a teeth cleaning and quick check around your mouth with a mirror, which is why seeing your dentist biannually is so important. During each visit, Dr. Lunan and her staff will:

• Take x-rays to detect decay, tumors, bone loss, or cysts
• Analyze all areas of the mouth for signs of oral cancer
• Observe gums and the surrounding bone for signs of gum disease

  

• Check for tooth decay on the surface of your teeth
• Ensure that dental crowns, dental implants, dentures, and veneers are in good shape

Dr. Lunan and her staff provide patients with quality dental care that goes beyond the basics of cleaning, flossing, and fluoride treatments. They dive into the details, meticulously checking each patient for signs of tooth decay and gum disease. The goal is to find and fix minor dental problems now and avoid major issues in the future. In addition, Dr. Lunan offers a wide variety of other services, including fillings, dental implants, dentures, and more.

Your oral health is important, so don’t put off that visit to the dentist. Call Joy K. Lunan, DDS at (203) 598-7920 or visit her website for more information.