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Like most people, you probably don\u2019t want to spend much time and effort at the dentist\u2019s office<\/a>. Your ideal dental checkup would be quick, painless, and include an excellent cleaning for your teeth. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to make sure this happens. Try following these three suggestions in the future to have easier checkups and cleanings. You\u2019ll be amazed at the difference they make!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Brush & Floss Before the Appointment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before heading to your checkup, you should give your teeth a good cleaning. Doing so will make things more convenient for you and your local practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Essentially, the pre-clean will reduce the time dental assistants need to clean your mouth. Not only will that make your visit go more quickly, but it\u2019ll also make the dental work less involved. Furthermore, with the time saved, you\u2019ll have more of an opportunity to speak with your dental team and ask any questions you might have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As part of this step, try not to eat anything right before the appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arrive On Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Rather than waiting until the last minute, make sure you get to your checkup on time. In fact, arriving fifteen minutes early would be preferable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For starters, you\u2019ll be less likely to feel anxious about treatment if you do. After all, showing up rushed and late probably won\u2019t put you in a calm and stress-free mood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This practice would also help with your schedule. Showing up on time or early will ensure your appointment doesn\u2019t run longer than expected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take a Break from Your Phone<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You should always put your phone away when someone talks to you, but it\u2019s especially important when that person is your dentist. If you\u2019re distracted by calls or texts, you might miss out on important information about your oral health. Plus, messing with the device might result in treatment taking longer than necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your regular visits to your dental practice don\u2019t need to be a pain. Practice the tips above so they go well for everyone involved!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Julington Creek Family Dentistry<\/em><\/a> is based in St. Johns, FL<\/em>. As led by Dr. Jonathan H. Cohen<\/a>, their team makes patients\u2019 oral health the highest priority. To that end, they provide preventive, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry, not to mention emergency procedures. Combined with the latest in dental technology, these treatments are guaranteed to make smiles healthier and more beautiful. <\/em>For more information or to book an appointment, you can reach them at <\/em>their website<\/em><\/a> or by phone at (904)-230-2961.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Like most people, you probably don\u2019t want to spend much time and effort at the dentist\u2019s office. Your ideal dental checkup would be quick, painless, and include an excellent cleaning for your teeth. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to make sure this happens. Try following these three suggestions in the future […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nHow to Improve Your Dental Checkup | Julington Creek Family Dentistry<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Do you want to make your next dental checkup easier for you *and* your dentist? 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