NOTES
Journal
Short notes from the chair: what we see, what we would do at home, and what to ask at your next visit.
How often do you really need a cleaning?
Every six months is a good default, not a rule. Here is how we decide what interval suits your gums.
Brushing technique, explained with a pen
Hold the brush like a pen, angle it at the gumline, and slow down. Three changes that matter more than the brush.
Electric vs manual brushes
Both work. An electric brush makes good technique easier, which is why we often suggest one.
What we see through loupes
The magnifying glasses we wear are not for show. They change how small a problem we can catch.
What is on the tray, and why
A mirror, a probe, and a few things that look scarier than they are. A short tour of the tray.
Coming back after ten years away
No lecture, no judgment. What a first visit back looks like, and why it is usually less work than people fear.
