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How Frequently Should You Get a Dental Check-Up?
Dental professionals advise six-month check-ups for optimal oral health. Our visits incorporate modern x-rays, expert cleanings, and detailed examinations. Consistent appointments matter because:
- Prevent & treat cavities
- Early oral disease detection
- Get personalized oral care guidance
Our dental professionals share personalized hygiene tips for optimal oral health. Six-month cleanings and exams offer essential protection for everyone.
What Happens During a Dental Check-Up?
When you arrive for your check-up, you’ll complete necessary paperwork to update your medical and personal information. Our staff will then escort you to the treatment area, where the visit begins with digital X-rays. You’ll bite gently on small tabs while our advanced imaging system captures detailed images of your teeth, helping us identify any hidden concerns like cavities or impacted teeth. The X-ray sensor may rotate slightly or remain stationary against your cheek during this quick and comfortable process.
After reviewing your X-rays, the dentist will perform a comprehensive exam using mirrors and gentle tools to carefully inspect each tooth and your gum health. They’ll explain any findings and discuss recommended treatments if needed. Next, our hygienist will professionally clean your teeth, removing plaque and polishing your smile. Before you leave, we’ll help schedule any follow-up visits and answer your questions—completing your efficient, thorough dental check-up.
Dr. Aditya Mehta – Compassionate Cosmetic & General Dentist
Dr. Mehta, inspired by a family legacy of 15 doctors, brings a deep-rooted passion for healthcare to his work at Oxford Smiles in Marlborough. With a commitment to excellence, he combines advanced dentistry with a warm, personalized approach to ensure every patient feels valued and cared for.
He specializes in cosmetic and general dentistry. Dr. Mehta focuses on creating natural-looking smiles, offering comfortable, anxiety-free visits, and staying at the forefront of dental innovation through continuous education. Trusted for both his gentle care and expertise, Dr. Mehta helps patients achieve lasting oral health with a strong emphasis on transparency and trust.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are a brand new patient, you'll first visit your dentist for an extensive examination. In your examination, the dentist will go over the dental X-rays taken and perform an oral cancer screening that includes a thorough exam of your jaw, tongue, neck and the inside of your mouth. When you first visit your dentist, there is a chance that you will not receive the cleaning. A cleaning can be performed when the dentist has confirmed that it's the correct treatment for your particular oral health. Certain conditions make it clear that a clean is not the best option for treatment. For more details about your first visit, please take a look at "What You Can Expect During The First Experience."
Yes! Oxford Smiles locations are always taking new patients in and often make appointments within the next day. The first visit to the dentist will typically consist of an appointment with the dentist to conduct a thorough examination and any necessary X-rays. At this time, you are able to discuss with the dentist the specific areas of trouble or issues. Visits can be scheduled as an appointment.
Please plan at least 1 hour for your first visit. The length may vary depending on your specific needs.
New patients should arrive 10-15 minutes early to their first appointment. This gives time to review any insurance benefits, policies, and complete necessary paperwork.
If you were in the past, then you might have had the option of scheduling your first visit with an unfamiliar dentist for a routine cleaning. But the current guidelines in the field of dentistry strongly recommend that patients' first visit to an upcoming A dentist includes a thorough oral examination as well as any necessary X-rays. This will ensure that the dentist can get a complete and accurate picture of the health and condition of your oral cavity before beginning treatment. If a clean is the appropriate next stage for treatment, appointment times can be scheduled the next day.
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We strive to make dental care affordable and accessible for all our patients. That's why we accept most major insurances, and will work with you to help you understand your plan and maximize your benefits. If you have questions about insurance, or anything at all, give us a call to speak with one of our friendly insurance experts. Don't see your insurance listed? Give us a call on (508) 290-8714, and we'll walk you through all your options!
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Flexible financing & membership plans available
We offer Quality Membership Plans along with flexible financing options through LendingClub, Sunbit, and CareCredit. Quality dental care is an investment in your health and happiness and we believe the cost of treatment should never stand in the way of your ideal smile. That's why we partner with trusted healthcare lenders, allowing you to create personalized payment plans that fit your needs, budget, and lifestyle.
What Our Patients Are Saying…
We take great pride in extending our exceptional care to patients not only within Marlborough but also from diverse locations, ensuring that our commitment to service reaches beyond boundaries.
What Our Patients Are Saying…
We take great pride in extending our exceptional care to patients not only within Marlborough but also from diverse locations, ensuring that our commitment to service reaches beyond boundaries.
One Location, Countless Smiles
We take great pride in extending our exceptional care to patients not only
within Marlborough
but also from diverse locations, ensuring that our
commitment to service reaches beyond boundaries.
- Marlborough
- Auburn
- Maynard
- Bolton
- Hudson
- Framingham
- Westborough
- Shrewsbury
- Northborough
- Southborough
- Hopkinton
- Ashland