General Dentistry
Dental check-ups in Connah's Quay, Deeside
A routine dental check-up is a chance to review your teeth, gums and mouth, talk about any changes since your last visit and agree what should happen next. If you are due a review, have not seen a dentist for some time, or simply want to get back into regular dental care, call Smilebay in Connah's Quay to arrange an appointment.
There is no single check-up interval that is right for everyone. Your dentist will recommend when you should return based on your oral health and your risk of future problems.
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107A High Street, Connah's Quay, Deeside, CH5 4DF
Healthcare Inspectorate Wales lists Connah's Quay Dental Practice Ltd as a private/independent dental practice
Call the Connah's Quay practice on 01244 831896
What happens at a dental check-up?
Your check-up is an opportunity for the dentist to review your current oral health and understand anything that has changed. The exact examination depends on you, your history and what the dentist finds.
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Talk about your health and any changes
You may be asked about your general health, medicines and any problems you have noticed with your teeth, gums or mouth. Tell the dentist about pain, sensitivity, bleeding, broken teeth, changes in your bite, or anything else you would like checked.
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Examine your teeth, gums and mouth
The dentist will examine your mouth and look for signs that may need prevention, monitoring or treatment. This is also a useful time to ask questions about brushing, cleaning between your teeth, diet or other factors affecting your oral health.
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Use X-rays when they are clinically appropriate
Dental X-rays are not automatically required at every check-up. If the dentist considers an X-ray useful for diagnosis or monitoring, they should explain why it is recommended and what happens next.
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Discuss the findings and your next review
The dentist will explain what they have found and whether you need preventive advice, monitoring or another appointment. They will also recommend when you should have your next dental check-up based on your individual oral health needs.
Useful to know
Check-up, cleaning and treatment are different appointments
A dental check-up is an examination and review. It should not be described as automatically including a professional clean, X-rays or treatment. If hygiene care, radiographs or treatment are recommended, explain the next step and any applicable fee using the approved Dental Fees source.
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Why routine dental check-ups matter
Dental problems do not always cause obvious symptoms straight away. Routine reviews give the dentist an opportunity to compare what they see over time, respond to changes and help you maintain your teeth and gums.
- Review the condition of your teeth, gums and mouth.
- Discuss symptoms or changes before they become harder for you to ignore.
- Identify areas that may need preventive advice, monitoring or treatment.
- Review your cleaning habits and other oral-health risk factors where relevant.
- Agree a recall interval that reflects your current needs rather than using the same schedule for everyone.
A check-up does not guarantee that a future dental problem will not develop. If something changes between routine visits, contact the practice rather than waiting for your next planned review.
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How often should I have a dental check-up?
How often you should attend depends on your oral health and your risk of future dental problems. Some people need more frequent reviews, while others can safely leave a longer interval between check-ups.
Adults
3–24 months
NICE guidance allows adult oral health review intervals from 3 months up to 24 months.
People under 18
3–12 months
For people under 18, the interval is shorter, from 3 months up to 12 months.
Your timing should be personalised
Your dentist should recommend the interval that is appropriate for you and review it again at future visits.
If you are not sure when you were last seen or whether you are due, call the practice. The team can help you with the next step.
New patient or returning patient?
New patient
New to Smilebay in Connah's Quay
If this is your first appointment with the practice, the dentist will need enough information to understand your dental and general health history and establish a useful starting point for your care. Bring or complete any requested information and tell the team about medicines, medical conditions or specific concerns that may affect your appointment.
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If you already attend the practice, your check-up should update what is known about your oral health and focus on any changes since your last visit. Tell the dentist about new symptoms, changes in your health or medicines, or anything you want them to look at specifically.
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What if the dentist finds a problem?
Finding something at a check-up does not automatically mean the same treatment is right for every patient. The next step depends on what the dentist has found, how urgent it is, your wider oral health and the available treatment options.
- The dentist may recommend monitoring an area and reviewing it again later.
- You may receive preventive advice or be advised to arrange a hygiene/cleaning appointment if appropriate.
- If treatment is recommended, the dentist should explain the reason, suitable options and what the treatment involves.
- Relevant fees and next appointments should be made clear before the treatment journey continues.
Use the General Dentistry pages to learn about individual treatments, but you do not need to diagnose yourself before you call.
Costs
Dental check-up fees
For current examination fees, use the Dental Fees page. Fees for a routine examination, a new-patient examination, X-rays, hygiene appointments or any treatment may be listed separately, so check the current approved price information before your visit.
If the dentist recommends further care, the team can explain the relevant fee and next step. Do not rely on an old price copied from another page.
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If you feel nervous about dental appointments
If you feel anxious about dental visits, tell the team when you call or when you arrive. You can explain what worries you, ask the dentist to talk you through what they are doing, and ask questions if anything is unclear.
If you need a pause during the appointment, say so. The aim is to keep communication clear and help you understand what is happening at each stage.
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Need urgent dental care instead?
A routine check-up is not the right route for severe or worsening dental pain, swelling, dental trauma or another urgent concern. Call the Connah's Quay practice on 01244 831896 so the team can advise you on the appropriate next step.
Do not use the online Request Appointment form as an emergency service.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How often should I have a dental check-up?
Your dentist should recommend a recall interval based on your oral health and risk. NICE guidance allows 3 to 24 months for adults and 3 to 12 months for people under 18, so not everyone needs a check-up every six months.
What does a dental check-up include?
A routine check-up normally involves discussing changes in your health or mouth and examining your teeth, gums and mouth. The dentist may give preventive advice and will discuss any findings and when you should return.
Will I have dental X-rays at every check-up?
No. X-rays should be used when the dentist considers them clinically appropriate for diagnosis or monitoring. If an X-ray is recommended, ask why it is needed and check the current fee information if applicable.
Is a dental check-up the same as a teeth-cleaning appointment?
No. A dental check-up is an examination and oral health review. A hygiene or teeth-cleaning appointment is a different type of care and may be arranged separately if appropriate.
What if I have not seen a dentist for a long time?
You can still contact the practice to arrange the appropriate first appointment. Tell the team roughly when you were last seen and whether you have any current symptoms so they can guide you to the right route.
How much does a dental check-up cost?
Use the Dental Fees page for the current approved examination price. New-patient examinations, routine examinations, X-rays, hygiene care and treatment may have separate fees.
Can I request a check-up online?
For a non-urgent request, you can use the Request Appointment form. If you have significant pain, swelling, trauma or another urgent dental concern, call 01244 831896 instead of waiting for a form response.
Is Smilebay in Connah's Quay a private dental practice?
Healthcare Inspectorate Wales currently lists Connah's Quay Dental Practice Ltd as a private/independent dental practice. Contact the practice directly if you need to confirm current access or payment arrangements before booking.
Routine dental care in Connah's Quay
Ready to arrange your dental check-up?
If you are due for a routine dental review, have not attended for some time or want to discuss a change in your oral health, call Smilebay in Connah's Quay on 01244 831896.
For a non-urgent enquiry, you can also request a dental appointment online.
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