Dentist Visit for Checkup and Cleaning: what to say in English

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Check-in at the Clinic

Hi, I have a 10 o'clock appointment for a cleaning and checkup. Last name's Wang.

When you arrive for your appointment.

appointmentcleaning and checkup

It's been a while since my last visit — probably over a year. I know, I know.

Mentioning it's been a long time since last visit.

a whilelast visit

My gums have been bleeding a bit when I brush. Is that something I should worry about?

Expressing concern about bleeding gums.

gumsbleedingbrushworry about

During the Exam and Cleaning

Everything looks pretty good. You have a tiny cavity on your upper left molar though.

Dentist's feedback on your dental health.

looks goodtiny cavitymolar

I'm going to do a deep clean today. Let me know if you feel any discomfort.

Dentist explains the cleaning process.

deep cleandiscomfort

Follow-up and Payment

Do I need to come back to get the cavity filled? How soon should I do it?

Asking about filling a cavity and timing.

come backcavity filledhow soon

Does my insurance cover the cleaning? What about the filling — is that covered too?

Inquiring about insurance coverage for procedures.

insurance covercleaningfilling

Can I book my next checkup now? I want to stay on top of it this time.

Scheduling your next dental appointment.

booknext checkupstay on top of

Key words

cavity

a hole in a tooth

filling

material used to fix a cavity

gums

soft tissue around the teeth

deep clean

thorough cleaning of teeth and gums

dental hygienist

person who cleans teeth and gums

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