South Star Family Dental, is
committed to provide prompt
treatment for any dental
emergency.
committed to provide prompt
treatment for any dental
emergency.
New Patient Exams
A new-patient exam is an appointment wherein your dentist will check the overall health of your mouth and diagnose any possible issues that are found during the examination.
Process
- Your dentist will first visually check your face and neck for anything out of the ordinary, such as lumps, bumps or swelling.
- Your dentist will first visually check your face and neck for anything out of the ordinary, such as lumps, bumps or swelling.
- Your dentist will check the foundation of your teeth for signs of trouble – the gums and jawbone. They will be checked signs of gingivitis, gum disease and bone disease.
- Your teeth will then be checked for cavities and other signs of decay.
- Finally, your dentist will take a look at any areas where you have concerns or symptoms to make sure your mouth is in top shape.
X-rays
Usually a clinical exam alone is not sufficient to diagnose all potential problems because most issues are not visible to the naked eye. That is why x-rays are important in getting a more accurate look at what is really happening inside your mouth and below your teeth and gums. By using x-rays, your dentist can check for any bone loss and determine the severity of the gum disease. In addition to revealing any problems that were not visible during the clinical exam, initial x-rays will also give your dentist something to refer back to in future visits.
