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Dental Checkups & Exams. We can help!

Are Dental Checkups Really That Important? Yes. And not just for your teeth.

That little checkup does more than you think.

We get it — life is busy. Between work, school, errands, and the occasional Netflix marathon, scheduling a dental exam doesn’t always top the to-do list. But here’s the thing: skipping regular dental checkups doesn’t just risk cavities or gum disease — it can also affect your whole-body health.

At My Smile Health Centre, we don’t just look at teeth. We look at the entire you. Your mouth is a gateway to the rest of your body. If something’s off in your oral health, it could be a sign — or even a contributor — to bigger issues like inflammation, heart disease, diabetes, and more.

If you have damaged or missing teeth, My Smile Health Center offers restorative treatments that can give you back your beautiful, fully functional smile. Many of our treatments give our patients options, such as choice of material, so you can choose the treatment that fits your needs, desires and budget.

What happens during a dental checkup?

A lot more than just counting teeth. At your exam, we:

Check for early signs of tooth decay, cracks, and wear
Screen for gum disease and oral cancer
Assess your bite, jaw alignment, and airway health
Look for signs of clenching, grinding, or stress-related wear
Evaluate how your oral health may be affecting your overall well-being

We’ll also chat about your hygiene habits, answer questions, and create a personalized plan to keep you smiling — inside and out.

Our digital scanner allows us to create impressions of your mouth with the exact measurements that we need for restorative treatments. Getting a digital scan is a faster, easier, and more comfortable experience compared to other methods of dental impressions. After taking the scan, we use the digital images to construct crowns, bridges, and dentures that are perfectly suited to your mouth.

So… what happens if you skip your checkups?

It starts small: A tiny cavity. A little bleeding when brushing. A bit of morning breath that sticks around all day. But left unchecked, small problems can become big (and expensive) ones — think gum disease, tooth loss, chronic bad breath, or infections that can travel beyond the mouth.

And the big picture? Research shows that oral inflammation can be linked to serious health conditions like:

Heart disease
Stroke
Diabetes
Respiratory infections
Even complications in pregnancy

In other words: don’t wait.

A crown is a dental cap that is put over a cracked, weakened, or worn down tooth. Crowns are also commonly used for large cavities, or following root canal therapy. You have several different options when it comes to the material for your crown, including:

porcelain
ceramic
zirconia
metal, such as gold
composite resin
a combination of materials, such as ceramic or zirconia layered with porcelain

The various materials each have their own benefits and drawbacks. For example, metal crowns last a very long time, but are not as natural looking as porcelain. A combination of materials can give optimal results, such as ceramic and porcelain, which is both long-lasting and natural-looking. Your dentist will help you choose the material that best matches your needs and aesthetic preferences.

The holistic angle

At My Smile Health Centre, we approach checkups differently. We view your oral health as one piece of your whole-body puzzle. That’s why we ask about your sleep, stress levels, nutrition, and lifestyle habits. It’s not just about brushing and flossing — it’s about creating a healthier, happier you.

Because a healthy smile doesn’t exist in isolation. It lives in a healthy body.

Ready to reconnect with your health?

Whether it’s been 6 months or 6 years, we’re here to make your checkup gentle, supportive, and even… enjoyable? (Yes, we said it.)

Book your dental exam today at My Smile Health Centre in Burnaby — where we treat more than teeth. We treat people.