The Common Procedures Of A Dental Exam
There are times you go to your dentist because you have specific dental issues you would have resolved, but at other times you just want to have a comprehensive dental exam done to ensure that all is well or otherwise. At other times you may never know what is really troubling you until you have the exam done to find out. There is so much that can be done during the exam and some of the procedures you can expect from your dentist include:· Evaluation of overall oral hygiene and health· Evaluation of tooth decay, gum disease and root decay risks· Evaluation of the need to restore or replace teeth· Bite and jaw problem checks· Dental x-rays· Demonstration of the proper teeth and denture cleaning techniquesA dental exam can also check oral cancers, oral lesions and even TMJ. It is advisable t...