Dental Exams & Cleanings at Smile Club Dental
Regular exams and cleanings are the core of prevention-first dental care in Toronto: catching small problems while they're still small, with your cost estimate ready in your patient portal before you arrive.
How often should I have a dental exam and cleaning?
The Canadian Dental Association says exam frequency depends on your oral health needs: for many people that means an exam every six months, though your dentist may recommend more or less often. At Smile Club Dental, exams and cleanings are paced to your needs, not a fixed template.
The goal is simple. Catching a small problem early is simpler, gentler, and less expensive than treating a big one later, which the CDA describes as the whole point of regular exams.
What happens during a dental exam?
A first exam typically covers your complete medical history, an inspection of your teeth and gums, a check of any existing dental work, screening for early signs of mouth or throat cancer, an examination of the glands and lymph nodes in your neck, and x-rays if necessary, according to the Canadian Dental Association. The CDA notes that a healthy adult with no recent cavities or problems probably won't need x-rays at every appointment.
Our new patients guide has the full step-by-step, from booking online to what to bring to your first visit.
Are exams and cleanings covered by insurance or the CDCP?
The Canadian Dental Care Plan covers dental exams, x-rays, and cleanings (scaling), plus fluoride and sealants, according to the Government of Canada's coverage page, subject to frequency limits and plan rules. Smile Club Dental also works with most private dental insurance plans.
Either way, you see the numbers first: add your plan in the patient portal and your estimated coverage and out-of-pocket cost are calculated before treatment. Details on our insurance page.
Due (or overdue) for a cleaning?
Come as you are, no judgment. Book online in under a minute and sort insurance in your portal before you arrive.