Description
A dental exam evaluates teeth, gums, bite, soft tissues, symptoms, and appropriate imaging to build a diagnosis.
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Dental Exams
Dental Exams explained in clear patient-friendly language, including what to notice, what a dentist may review, and questions to ask.
Routine Care
A dental exam evaluates teeth, gums, bite, soft tissues, symptoms, and appropriate imaging to build a diagnosis.
What to Expect
Expect a history review and examination of teeth, gums, bite, jaw, and soft tissues; imaging and other tests are selected only when indicated.
Risks and Concerns
Findings can be uncertain or change over time, and some problems are not visible without imaging or follow-up.
Treatment Alternatives
A focused or emergency exam may address one concern, while teledentistry can assist triage but may not replace a hands-on comprehensive evaluation.
Delaying Treatment
Silent decay, gum disease, failing restorations, and oral lesions may progress until treatment becomes more complex.
Questions to Ask
What areas are healthy or changing? Why are tests or X-rays recommended? When should I return?
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