Examinations and Cleanings

Dental Examinations

Dental examinations help to diagnose disease before it becomes hazardous to your health.  In addition, regular examinations can save you money by alleviating problems while they are small and before they become expensive to repair--or, in some cases, <em>impossible</em> to repair.  Your dental examinations generally include the following:

• Oral cancer screening
• Gum disease evaluation (including periodontal charting, if needed)
• Visual examination of tooth decay
  - Examination of diagnostic x-rays to find cysts, tumors, invisible decay, and other problems not visible or apparent to the naked eye
• Evaulation of the current status of restorations (fillings, crowns, etc.)

We cannot express enough how important it is to see your dentist regularly.  Remember, preventing disease is always better than treating disease.