For most people, the evidence suggests that having a professional dental cleaning every 6 months (twice a year) is appropriate.
This "twice a year" rule is mainly based on tradition and early studies showing it helps control plaque and prevent gum disease.

However, newer and more detailed evidence says it depends on your individual risk factors:

• Low risk (healthy gums, no cavities, non-smoker, good hygiene): Every 12 months may be enough. Some studies suggest once a year is just as effective for low-risk people.

• Moderate risk(some gingivitis, history of occasional cavities, some risk factors like smoking): Every 6 months. It is still a good idea to stay at 6 months.

• High risk (periodontitis, lots of fillings/crowns, dry mouth, diabetes, heavy smoking): Every 3-4 months. Evidence supports shorter intervals to prevent progression of gum disease.

Source:

Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2013, Issue 11. Art. No.: CD004625.

Journal of Dental Research, 2014; 93(9): 841–846.

ADA website, Oral Health Topics – Periodontal Maintenance, April 2025

Dental insurance coverage varies depending on your specific plan and provider. Most plans cover a percentage of treatment costs based on the type of procedure—for example, preventive services (like cleanings and exams) are often covered at 80–100%, while major treatments (like crowns or root canals) may be covered at a lower percentage.

We’re happy to help you understand your benefits. As a courtesy, our team can provide a pre-estimate based on your insurance information and submit claims on your behalf. Please keep in mind that any unpaid portion not covered by your plan is your responsibility.

If you have questions about your specific coverage, we recommend contacting your insurance provider directly or bringing your policy details to your appointment so we can assist you more accurately.

Our fees follow the current BC Dental Association Fee Guide. A standard dental exam and cleaning for adults typically ranges from $250 to $350, depending on the complexity of the cleaning, number of x-rays needed, and whether it's your first visit.

If you have dental insurance, your plan may cover a large portion—or even 100%—of these costs. We’re happy to provide you with a personalized estimate before your appointment and help you understand your coverage.

Feel free to contact us for exact pricing based on your needs. We are happy to submit a pre-determination to your insurance provider for you.

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At Greenway Dental, we’re not only getting to know your teeth , but we want to get to know you as a person in order to devise a long-term plan that best meet your specific oral health care goals.

Before the appointment

We try our best to make your first visit easy and hassle-free. So we will snd out certain forms to you to fill out online on your own time before the appointment with basic information.

If you’re unafamiliar with onlione forms, no problem! Just come a bit early to your appointment, our staff will be happy to assist you in-person

Day of your appointment

We recommend arriving 15min before your appointment time to relax, grab a coffee/ sparkling water from out beverage bar, and we may ask you to provide your insurance information to assist you set it up in our system.

During the appointment

• Full mouth exam: Tooth-by-tooth, a comprehensive full mouth exam will be conducted by our dentist.

• A series of high quality clinical photos

• X-rays: we will be taking some x-rays depending on needs and concerns.

• A digital scan of all your teeth

• Periodontal probing to assess the health of your gum

• An evaluation of your overall oral health and provide recommendations based on the findings.

• Estimates of treatments if needed

• pre-determination to insurance for coverage is needed

• Referral to specialist if indicated

I know there is a lot on this list but in order to help you achieve long-term oral health, we really need to gather all the necessary information in order to provide you with the most accurate diagnosis and best plan. By collecting all the relevant information at your first visit, it will make any subsequent visit much smoother, I promise!