General dentistry
Start with the basics: healthy teeth, comfortable eating and an understanding of what your mouth needs.
Everyday dental care
Understand the next step.
Dental check-up
A dentist examines your teeth, gums and mouth, asks about your health and discusses any concerns. Further tests may be recommended where needed.
Bring a list of medicines and tell the dentist about allergies, pregnancy or previous dental difficulties. Your next review should reflect your individual needs.
Scaling & cleaning
Scaling removes deposits that build up around teeth. Your dentist can explain whether routine cleaning or further gum care is appropriate.
Ask for guidance on cleaning between teeth and the best routine for your gums.
Fillings
A filling repairs a cavity in a tooth. The material and approach depend on the tooth and the amount of damage.
Ask about the options, expected visits and what to do if the tooth feels uncomfortable afterwards.
Extraction & wisdom tooth care
A tooth may need removal when it cannot be retained or is causing problems. An assessment helps decide whether removal is appropriate and whether referral is needed.
Wisdom teeth do not always need removal. Ask about alternatives, recovery, risks and written aftercare instructions.
During your visit
Tell us what you are experiencing.
Before treatment
Describe where it hurts, when it started and what makes it worse. Mention any swelling, injury or changes in your general health. A dentist needs to assess the cause.
Before you leave
Ask what to expect afterwards, when to return and how to get help if symptoms worsen. Treatment length and the number of visits vary with the procedure.
Common questions
Prepare for your appointment.
Do I need a check-up if nothing hurts?
A check-up can identify problems before you notice symptoms. Your dentist will advise how often you should return.
Can everything be done in one appointment?
An examination comes first. Treatment may need another visit depending on the findings, the procedure and appointment availability.
I feel nervous. What should I say?
Tell the team before treatment begins. Explain what worries you, ask for the steps to be described, and agree how to signal that you need a pause.
Patient information: NHS dental check-ups, dental treatments and wisdom tooth care. General information; not a diagnosis.
Ask your clinic
Start the conversation.
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A message is an enquiry. Your appointment is confirmed only when the clinic replies.