Dental Check-Up in Clacton-on-Sea
A regular check-up is the simplest, cheapest and most effective thing you can do for your teeth. At Tender Dental Care, every dental check-up in Clacton-on-Sea is carried out personally by Dr Bilverdi, who takes the time to examine your whole mouth thoroughly, explain what he finds in plain English, and answer every question without ever rushing you.
New patients are always welcome, nervous patients are our speciality, and if it’s been years since your last visit, you’ll find nothing here but a warm welcome.
When did you last have a check-up?
What Happens at a Dental Check-Up?
A check-up is much more than a quick glance at your teeth. It’s a head-to-toe MOT for your mouth, designed to catch small problems while they’re still small, and to confirm all is well when it is.
Every check-up with Dr Bilverdi includes:
Teeth examined
Every tooth and every filling is checked for decay, wear, cracks and movement.
Gums assessed
Your gums are checked for the early signs of gum disease, the most common cause of tooth loss in adults.
Mouth cancer screening
The soft tissues of your mouth, tongue and throat are screened at every check-up, quickly and painlessly.
A clear, honest plan
Whatever is found, it’s explained plainly, with your options and written costs, and never any pressure.
Where treatment is needed, catching it at a check-up almost always means simpler, smaller and cheaper work; a little filling today instead of a root canal next year.
Routine Check-Ups
The backbone of good dental health: a regular examination at an interval tailored to your mouth, commonly every six to twelve months.
Why patients keep up routine check-ups:
- Problems caught early: decay and gum disease are easiest and cheapest to treat before they cause pain.
- Continuity that counts: seeing the same dentist every time means subtle changes get noticed.
- Screening included: mouth cancer screening happens at every visit, not on request.
- Peace of mind: often the outcome is simply the good news that all is well.
Your recall interval is set for you, not by a one-size-fits-all rule. Healthy mouths may need less frequent visits, while gum problems or heavy restoration may warrant closer attention, paired with regular hygiene visits.
New Patient Examinations
Your first visit to a new practice should feel unhurried, and here it is. A new patient examination takes the time to properly understand your mouth and your history.
What your first examination includes:
- A full assessment: teeth, gums, bite, jaw joints and soft tissues, with X-rays where needed.
- Your story heard: your dental history, any worries, and what you want from your dental care.
- Everything explained: findings shown and described in plain English, with photographs or X-rays where they help.
- A written plan: if anything needs attention, you’ll leave with clear options and costs, and no obligation.
Moving to a new dentist can feel like a leap, especially if your last practice closed or you’ve lost confidence somewhere else. You’ll find a small, friendly practice here where you’re a person, not a number.
Check-Ups for Nervous Patients
If dental visits fill you with dread, you are far from alone, and you could not be in better hands. Gentle care for anxious patients is what Tender Dental Care is known for.
How we make check-ups easier:
- No judgement, ever: however long it’s been and whatever condition you fear your teeth are in.
- You set the pace: Dr Bilverdi explains everything before it happens and stops whenever you need.
- A check-up is just a look: nothing is done at a check-up beyond examining and talking, so it’s the gentlest possible first step.
- Trust built visit by visit: many of our most relaxed patients arrived as our most nervous.
If anxiety has kept you away for years, start with a conversation rather than a chair. You can ask anything in advance through our Ask the Dentist page, and book when you feel ready.
Which Option Is Right for Me?
Wherever you’re starting from, there’s a straightforward next step:
Due a routine check-up
If it’s been six months or more since your last examination, it’s time to book.
New to the practice
Book a new patient examination and we’ll take proper time to get to know you and your mouth.
It’s been years
You’ll be welcomed, not judged. A gentle, thorough check-up is the perfect fresh start.
Whichever applies, the appointment itself is the same calm, unhurried examination, and nothing happens beyond it without your understanding and agreement.
You can view our current prices on our dental treatment fees page, and a full written estimate is always provided before any treatment begins.
What to Expect: Your Check-Up, Step by Step
- A warm welcome: you’ll be greeted by name in a small, friendly practice, with time to settle in and share any concerns before anything begins.
- The examination: Dr Bilverdi checks every tooth, your gums, your bite and the soft tissues of your mouth, including your mouth cancer screening.
- X-rays where needed: not every visit requires them; when they are needed, they help spot problems hiding between teeth and beneath fillings.
- Findings explained: everything is described in plain English, and you’re shown what Dr Bilverdi can see so you understand your own mouth.
- Your plan: if treatment is needed, you’ll receive clear options with written costs; if not, you’ll hear the best sentence in dentistry: all is well.
- Your next visit: your personal recall interval is agreed, and any hygiene appointment scheduled to keep everything on track.
Why Choose Tender Dental Care for Your Dental Check-Up in Clacton-on-Sea?
Tender Dental Care is a small, friendly practice in Clacton-on-Sea where you will always be treated by the same dentist. Dr Bilverdi and his dental nurse look after every patient personally, from your first phone call to your final review, so you will never feel like a number.
The same dentist at every check-up, so subtle changes in your mouth are spotted early.
Honest advice with all options and costs explained before you commit.
Rated 5.0 on Google by our patients.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: How often should I have a dental check-up?
It depends on your mouth. Many patients are seen every six to twelve months, though healthy mouths can sometimes go longer and some conditions warrant closer attention. Dr Bilverdi will recommend an interval tailored to you rather than a one-size-fits-all rule.
Q2: Does a check-up hurt?
No. A check-up is an examination, not a treatment: looking, gentle checking and talking. Nothing further happens without discussion, which is why a check-up is the ideal first step if you’re nervous.
Q3: How long does a check-up take?
Routine check-ups typically take around fifteen to twenty minutes, and new patient examinations longer, so there’s proper time to be thorough. You will never feel processed on a conveyor belt.
Q4: I haven’t seen a dentist in years. Will I be judged?
Absolutely not, and you certainly won’t be the longest gap Dr Bilverdi has seen. Life gets in the way for all sorts of reasons. What matters is that you’re here now, and you’ll be met with kindness and a practical plan, whatever your starting point.
Q5: Do you check for mouth cancer?
Yes, at every single check-up, as standard. The screening is quick, painless and takes moments, and it’s one of the most valuable things a regular check-up does. You can read more on our mouth cancer screening page.
Q6: Will I need X-rays every time?
No. X-rays are taken when there’s a clinical reason, typically every couple of years for routine monitoring, or when something specific needs investigating. They’re invaluable for spotting decay between teeth and problems beneath old fillings that no eye can see.
Q7: Can my children have check-ups too?
Of course, and the earlier they start, the more normal and relaxed dental visits become for life. See our children’s dentistry page for how we make visits friendly for little ones.
Q8: What happens if you find a problem?
You’ll be told plainly what it is, shown it where possible, and given your options with written costs. There’s never pressure to decide on the spot, and small problems caught at a check-up usually mean small, simple treatment.
Q9: How much does a check-up cost?
You can see our current examination fees on our fees page. A check-up is one of the least expensive appointments in dentistry, and comfortably the best value, given what it prevents.
Q10: I’m nervous about the dentist. Can you help?
It’s what we’re known for. Dr Bilverdi takes his time, explains everything, and lets you set the pace, and a check-up involves nothing more than an examination and a conversation. If you’d like to ask a question before booking, use our Ask the Dentist page.
What Our Patients Say
Reviews
I’m terrified of the dentist! This has meant that I have avoided attending pretty much all my adult life. My teeth were in an awful condition and I had to do something. Attending Tender Dental Care has been the best dental experience I’ve had, the thought, time, and care given has made a world of difference not only to my confidence in my smile but the avoidance of attending the dentist has been a complete turn around. The quality of work has been to the highest standards and the clinic is professional and warm. I cannot express how grateful I am for such brilliant care.
Been coming here 20yrs and I can't complain, I'm very well looked after, superb treatment
Dr Bilverdi is a very good dentist. Always professional, on time and available to offer practical support. All my family are with Tender Dental Care and will not be changing anytime soon
An amazingly professional and friendly service. They have brought my teeth back from the brink of extinction. With Dr. Bilverdi and Hope, I feel i am in safe and trusted pair of hands every time i attend. Would highly recommend!!!
Just back from a visit to this dentist, a very warm and welcoming from both the dentist and his dental nurse, very highly recommend, sorted my problem out very quickly and I never thought I would say this “ I’m actually looking forward to going back”
My husband & I cannot fault this dental practice, going is always a pleasant experience!
I needed an urgent appointment because of a tooth infection. I was seen to really quickly, treated with antibiotics. The tooth was taken out a week later. I was really nervous but I was put at ease by Dr Bilverdi and his assistant. The tooth came out OK in fact I didn't even feel a thing. I recommend Tender Dental Care, as the name says, Tender care.
I have recently had a cracked tooth, i got an appointment, i am so fearful of the dentist but when i got there such a lovely reception, the receptionist was absolutly brilliant, made me feel so welcome, and the dental nurse made feel that i had nothing to worry about, especially when u are so fearful of a dentist, and the clinician that actually did the work for me was so welcoming and again made me feel that i had nothing to worry about so professional, all of the team, thankyou so much. Will definatly recommend to friends and family
I have been seeing Dr Bilverdi for nearly 20 years now. His care and attention to detail is first class and I have never had any trouble with his work. No filling or crown has fallen out and no treatment has had to be repeated. If you are not cleaning any areas he will point this out. A top class dentist and his assistant Hope is always very helpful and efficient.
Very friendly and professional service, all safety precautions were taken as well. Would highly recommend
Would definately recommend this dental surgery,as a new patient Dr Bilverdi and Hope really put me at ease and I no longer fear going to the dentist. Thank you
I rung around several dentists before settling on Tender Dental Care. They could see me weeks ahead of any other practice but what sold it to me was the fact that the dentist himself answered the phone and was really friendly. I was so nervous about going and actually quite embarrassed about the state of my teeth but Dr. Bilverdi was not only patient but totally non-judgemental. He explained everything that was happening and didn’t go straight in for “you need lots of fillings”, which is always a concern when you pay privately. He instead gave me a whole range of options to consider in my own time. Dr. Bilverdi really took his time with me and at no point did I feel rushed or like I couldn’t ask more questions. Hope is also lovely and the quiet, nicely decorated environment is so much nicer than the usual bustling dentist waiting room. I was the only person on site during the appointment. The price is pretty reasonable too, with each cost being broken down before you agree to it. I have finally found a dentist I trust and will absolutely not be leaving it 6 years until my next visit! I went in terrified and tearful that I was going to loose all my teeth but left feeling relieved and relaxed. I can highly recommend!
Just got back from seeing Dr Bilverdi. I was initially nervous going as it’s been far too long since I last went but I would throughly recommend this dentist. Made me feel very comfortable and I’m feeling confident for future appointments!
Dr Bilverdi is absolutely fantastic - best dentist I've ever been to. He's extremely accomodating, patient and caring, and has done a fantastic job on my teeth (fillings and a crown). He always goes the extra mile and really cares about his patients. The prices are very reasonable as well. Hope, the dental nurse is also just so lovely. I cannot recommend the practice highly enough. Thank you so much Dr Bilverdi and Hope!
Wonderful service as usual. Dr Bilverdi and Hope always show care and concern and have the time to chat with you. My wife and I have both attended his practice for many years and would highly recommend it. We would not go anywhere else.
My wife Sharon has attended Tender Dental Care for the first time, she was very nervous at first. Dr Bilverdi and Hope soon put her at ease. She is back home now after having 3 teeth removed and very impressed with the treatment received so far. She now feels more at ease going forward.
As a very nervous patient (we're talking panic attack in the waiting room in the past) Dr. Bilverdi and his nurse have been exceptional. I'm no longer scared to go to the dentist! He has a very calming and reassuring manner and takes the time to explain everything clearly. A single-dentist practice that has been there for 26 years, with a nurse who has worked with him for 15 years, is the main reason I chose this practice. That's not to say the other practices in the area aren't good. But I found Dr Bilverdi to be outstanding in all areas. As an anxious patient, it's good to know who I'm seeing every time. It's refreshing when you call to make an appointment, and the dentist answers the phone, and then when you arrive, he is sitting at the reception desk to greet you. Had to have several injections today and can honestly say that I barely felt a thing with zero pain! The numbing spray before the injections worked brilliantly. If you are nervous about visiting a dentist, I can highly recommend Dr Bilverdi at Tender Dental Care.
I was on holiday and experienced terrible tooth pain. I called these guys, they were amazing, booked me in early and sorted the tooth straight away. I can not thank them enough. I honestly thought I was going to die of pain. No other dentist could see me..
Dr bilverdi was so good with me I was so scared of getting a damaged tooth removed I normally have sedation but I was brave and didn’t go for sedation so glad I didn’t He talks you through everything he is doing very gentle calming and professional Definitely going back Thank you so much
I contacted this dentist for an emergency appointment today due to severe pain. I was frightened due to a previous experience at another dentist.Hope the dental nurse and Mr Bilverdi were very good they reassured me and explained what they were going to do throughout my consultation. Thank you both for being kind, patient and understanding.
I have now been to Tender Dental Care several times and I am so very pleased with the excellent treatment I have received. Dr Bilverdi has been very kind , gentle and understanding. And his nurse Hope is a very kind young lady too. I have had too many bad experiences with dentists over the years but I am now trusting and at ease when I see Dr Bilverdi. Would highly recommend !
I was given an emergency appointment today and found everyone to be friendly and professional. Everything was explained to me clearly and honestly. I will definitely be returning to this practice in future instead of my previous dentist.
I have been a patient here for a few years now, and have always had an excellent experience! My young children attend with me, they are treated with kindness and sincerity and have no concerns about visiting the dentist. Always super clean, all of the equipment, as well as the surgery itself are maintained to a very high standard. Dr Bilverdi and Hope are clearly very experienced and provide a great service.
Book Your Consultation Today
Whether you’re due, overdue or brand new to the practice, the next step is the same simple one. Book your check-up with Dr Bilverdi at Tender Dental Care in Clacton-on-Sea, and give yourself the peace of mind that comes with knowing your mouth is in good hands.
Not ready to book? Ask the Dentist a question, and we will get back to you.