Catch problems early with private dental check-ups
Dental check-up
Routine dental check-ups are the best way to spot problems before they become painful or costly.
Dental check-ups at Outwood Dental Care
Regular dental check-ups are the foundation of good oral health, and prevention has been at the heart of how we work since 1986. If your dentist spots early signs of decay at your dental check-up, they can often stop it from getting worse or needing more invasive treatment later on.
You can also book a free 20-minute oral health session with Dawn Haskett, our oral health champion, for practical advice on brushing, healthy eating and stopping smoking.
What is a dental check-up?
A dental check-up (also called a dental exam or routine dental examination) is a full assessment of your oral health. At your dental check-up, your dentist will:
- Check your jaw joints
- Look at your bite
- Check for infections, including your tongue and gums
- Check for signs of oral cancer
- Measure your gums to check for gum disease
- Examine your teeth for decay
- Give you oral health advice tailored to you
- Take x-rays if necessary
Regular dental check-ups are also your opportunity to ask any questions you have about your oral health, and bring up any changes you’ve noticed.
How much does a private dental check-up cost?
The cost of a routine dental check-up depends on whether you have a membership plan with us, and whether you need additional diagnostics like x-rays on top of your examination.
Many of our patients find our membership plans the easiest way to budget for regular preventative care: our plans include routine examinations, hygiene appointments, and x-rays for a simple monthly fee, starting from £13.45 a month.
Your dental check-up at Outwood Dental Care
Book your appointment
Call our reception team on 01924 827 854 or book online at a time that suits you. We're open from 9am on weekdays (until 7pm on Wednesdays), with Saturday morning appointments available for private patients.
Your appointment
When you arrive, our reception team will help new patients with sign-up forms and show you around the surgery. Your dentist will then carry out a thorough dental check-up, using digital x-rays when needed, and talk through their findings.
Ongoing care and advice
Before you leave, you'll get practical advice on how to look after your teeth and gums at home. You'll book your next dental check-up at reception, usually in six to twelve months depending on your needs, and you can always get in touch between visits, too.
Book your appointment
Call our reception team on 01924 827 854 or book online at a time that suits you. We're open from 9am on weekdays (until 7pm on Wednesdays), with Saturday morning appointments available for private patients.
Your appointment
When you arrive, our reception team will help new patients with sign-up forms and show you around the surgery. Your dentist will then carry out a thorough dental check-up, using digital x-rays when needed, and talk through their findings.
Ongoing care and advice
Before you leave, you'll get practical advice on how to look after your teeth and gums at home. You'll book your next dental check-up at reception, usually in six to twelve months depending on your needs, and you can always get in touch between visits, too.
How often should I have a dental check-up?
Most adults benefit from a routine dental examination every six to twelve months, though your dentist may suggest more frequent visits if you have gum problems, a history of decay or other specific needs.
Regular check-ups help us spot problems early, often before you notice any symptoms, which usually means simpler, less invasive, and more affordable treatment. If it's been a while since your last visit, or you've just moved to the Wakefield area, we'd love to welcome you for a new patient examination.
Why regular dental check-ups matter
Catch problems early
A routine dental check-up lets us find decay, gum disease and other issues before they cause pain or need complex treatment, saving you time, discomfort and money.
Oral cancer checks
Every dental check-up includes a check for signs of oral cancer, including feeling for lumps in your jaw, neck, and throat.
Prevent gum disease
Regular gum measurements and advice help you keep your gums healthy. Gum disease is a common cause of tooth loss in adults.
Advice tailored to you
You'll get advice on brushing, cleaning between your teeth, diet, and lifestyle habits based on your own mouth.
Catch problems early
A routine dental check-up lets us find decay, gum disease and other issues before they cause pain or need complex treatment, saving you time, discomfort and money.
Oral cancer checks
Every dental check-up includes a check for signs of oral cancer, including feeling for lumps in your jaw, neck, and throat.
Prevent gum disease
Regular gum measurements and advice help you keep your gums healthy. Gum disease is a common cause of tooth loss in adults.
Advice tailored to you
You'll get advice on brushing, cleaning between your teeth, diet, and lifestyle habits based on your own mouth.
Dental check-ups from a team that's been part of Wakefield since 1986
We've been looking after smiles across Wakefield and the surrounding areas since 1986. Our team includes Christine Gratton, our former principal dentist, who qualified in 1992 and has over 30 years of experience, alongside dentists who've joined us more recently. With more than 7,500 active patients in Wakefield,including many families who've been coming to us for generations, you're in safe, capable hands.
Meet the Outwood Dental Care team
Book your routine dental check-up
Whether it's been six months or six years since your last visit, you'll get a friendly welcome at Outwood Dental Care.
Book your dental check-up online or give our reception team a call on 01924 827 854.We'll take the time to listen, answer your questions, and help you feel at ease from the moment you walk in.
