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What Happens During a Healthy Mouth Review at Evolve?

If you’ve ever wondered what to expect during a Healthy Mouth Review in Portishead, our friendly team at Evolve Dentistry is here to put your mind at ease. Whether it’s your first visit or you’re a regular patient, we want you to feel informed, comfortable, and confident about your appointment.

A Healthy Mouth Review is more than just a quick look at your teeth – it’s an important part of maintaining your oral health and preventing problems before they develop. Here’s what typically happens when you visit us:

1. A warm welcome

From the moment you arrive, you’ll be greeted by our welcome team. We’ll confirm your details and make sure you’re settled before your appointment begins.

2. A conversation about your health

Your dentist will start by discussing any concerns you may have, as well as any changes in your medical history or lifestyle. This helps us understand your needs and provide the best possible care.

3. A thorough examination

Your dentist will carefully check each tooth, your gums, and your bite. We’ll also look at your tongue, cheeks, and the roof of your mouth to ensure everything is healthy.

  1. Oral cancer screening

As part of every Healthy Mouth Review, we carry out a full oral cancer screening. This involves checking your mouth, tongue, cheeks, and lips for any unusual changes. Early detection is vital, and this simple, painless check is an important way to protect your overall health.

5. Gum health assessment

Healthy gums are the foundation of a healthy smile. We’ll measure your gum health and give you advice on how to keep them in top condition.

6. Professional advice

You’ll get personalised guidance on brushing, flossing, diet, and any treatments that might help you maintain or improve your oral health.

Your Comfort Matters

At Evolve Dentistry, we know that some people feel anxious about visiting the dentist. Our caring approach, modern techniques, and calm environment help make your experience as relaxing as possible.

If you’ve been wondering what to expect during a Healthy Mouth Review in Portishead, the answer is simple: friendly care, expert attention, and a focus on keeping your smile healthy for years to come.

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You might notice a familiar face missing from Evolve for a little while… 💚

Carol is heading to Zambia with SmileStar, a dental charity providing free dental care to communities with limited access to treatment.

In this video, Carol shares a little more about where she’s going, what she’ll be doing while she’s there and why she wanted to be part of the trip.

It’s going to be a very different couple of weeks away from the practice, and we’re incredibly proud to see Carol giving her time and skills to support SmileStar’s work.

We’ll be sharing a little more from her trip when we can, but for now, we’ll let Carol tell you all about it in her own words. 💚

Safe travels, Carol. We can’t wait to hear all about it when you’re home!

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Our Macmillan Coffee Morning is in full swing at Evolve Dentistry, and we’d love to see you!

We’ve got plenty of delicious homemade cakes waiting for you, so pop in, say hello, grab a slice (or two!) and help us raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.

We’ll be serving cakes right through until 5pm today, so there’s still plenty of time to come down.

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🍰 Cakes until 5pm
💚 Everyone is welcome

Come hungry! 😋

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🍰☕ Today’s the day - and there’s cake! 💚

Our Macmillan Coffee Morning is happening TODAY at Evolve Dentistry and we’d love you to come and join us.

The Evolve team have been busy baking (and possibly buying… we won’t judge! 😉) and there’ll be plenty of cake and drinks available throughout the day, all in support of Macmillan Cancer Support.

And remember - you don’t need to be an Evolve patient to come along.

If you live or work in Portishead, are passing by, or just fancy an excellent excuse for cake, pop in and see us. Bring a friend, your family or your workmates too!

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🍰 Cake and drinks throughout the day
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No appointment needed - just pop in!

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Thank you for trusting us with your care - and for taking the time to tell us about your experience.
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