Examination and Diagnosis
The examination is the discovery and evaluation of any disease or abnormality that can effect you health. This is the first step of dental care. The examination includes:
- Review of your health and dental history.
- Screening for oral cancer and other diseases, including the use of Velscope.
- Visual and tactile exploring of the oral structures to detect dental decay, periodontal disease, and other abnormalities.
- Xray examination is used to find any diseases of the teeth and surrounding tissues that otherwise cannot be seen. This can be in the form of intra-oral digital xrays, panoramic digital xray, or 3D Conebeam CT. It can detect damage to oral structures not visible during a regular exam. If you have a hidden tumor, radiographs may even help save your life. An X-ray examination may reveal: areas of decay between the teeth or below existing restorations (fillings); infections in the bone; periodontal (gum) disease; abscesses or cysts; developmental abnormalities; and some types of tumors.
- Evaluation of temporal-mandibular joint (TMJ) and the surrounding muscles and tissues which may include biometric analysis.
Finding and treating dental problems at an early stage can save time, money and unnecessary discomfort.