Smile Craft Dental provides routine dental checkups and cleanings for patients in Redwood City, combining a professional cleaning with a comprehensive exam to catch problems early and keep your smile healthy.
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A dental checkup at Smile Craft Dental combines a professional cleaning with a comprehensive exam, including X-rays, a gum and tooth evaluation, a bite and jaw assessment, and an oral cancer screening, which is a standard part of every visit. Our office on El Camino Real has served patients in Redwood City, San Carlos, Belmont, and the Peninsula since 2019, and we recommend scheduling a checkup and cleaning every six months to keep your smile healthy.
Most dental professionals recommend a checkup and cleaning every six months to catch problems early.
Consider scheduling a visit if any of the following apply to you:
It's been about six months since your last exam and cleaning.
The longer it's been, the more important a full exam and cleaning becomes.
Gum changes can be an early sign of a problem your exam can catch.
Starting with a comprehensive exam gives us a baseline for your care.
An exam and X-rays can identify the cause before it gets worse.
Most patients need X-rays about once a year to catch issues below the surface.
Not sure if you're due for a checkup? Our team can check your records and get you scheduled.
Routine checkups and cleanings catch small problems, like a developing cavity or early gum disease, while they’re still simple and inexpensive to treat. Regular visits also remove plaque and tartar buildup your toothbrush can’t reach, help protect against tooth decay, and give your dentist a chance to spot signs of conditions like diabetes or acid reflux that can show up in the mouth first. The oral cancer screening included in every visit adds another layer of protection for your overall health.
Here's exactly what happens during a routine checkup and cleaning appointment at Smile Craft Dental.
We review X-rays, examine each tooth and your gums, check bite and jaw function, and perform an oral cancer screening.
We use specialized tools to remove plaque and tartar buildup from the tooth surface, including around the gumline.
Your teeth are polished to remove surface stains and smooth the enamel, making it harder for plaque to stick.
We floss between every tooth to clear away any remaining debris your toothbrush can't reach.
Every visit ends with a protective fluoride rinse to help guard your teeth against decay until your next checkup.
We accept most major PPO dental insurance plans, and preventive checkups and cleanings are typically covered at little to no cost under most plans. We also offer Cherry financing for any additional treatment your exam uncovers, so cost isn’t a barrier to staying on top of your oral health.
A routine checkup and cleaning is recommended every six months for patients with healthy gums. If your exam reveals bacteria or tartar built up in pockets between the teeth and gums, a deep cleaning (also called scaling and root planing) may be recommended instead, since it treats early gum disease that a standard cleaning can’t reach. Your dentist will let you know which type of cleaning is right for you based on your gum pocket depths and X-rays.
Every 6 Months — Our recommended interval for routine checkups to catch problems early.
Oral Cancer Screening — Included as a standard part of every routine checkup, not an add-on.
What’s Included — A comprehensive exam with X-rays, a professional cleaning, a gum health evaluation, and an oral cancer screening, all included in a single routine visit.
Dr. Amy Nguyen and our Redwood City team combine a thorough clinical exam with a gentle, patient-centered cleaning at every checkup.
Lead Dentist · Smile Craft Dental Redwood City
Dr. Amy leads Smile Craft Dental with a commitment to technology, continuing education, and patient-centered care. Every checkup includes a thorough exam and an oral cancer screening as a standard part of the visit, not an afterthought. Her approach is straightforward: explain everything clearly, listen carefully, and make sure you leave with answers, not just instructions.
4.9 stars across 556 Google reviews. Here's what patients describe about their experience at Smile Craft.
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Smile Craft Dental is a family dental practice serving patients of all ages in Redwood City. Our team welcomes new patients from San Carlos, Belmont, and the surrounding Peninsula seeking routine checkups, cleanings, and preventive care. If you're ready to schedule your next checkup, we make it easy to get started. Contact us to request an appointment and take the next step toward a healthy smile.
2531 El Camino Real · Redwood City, CA 94061
Serving San Carlos, Belmont, and the Peninsula