check ups

problem: I want my teeth and gums checked regularly and properly

We are surprised at the number of patients who come to our practice for the first time remarking how they have never had a check-up that was as thorough as the one carried out by our dentists. This total “head and neck” examination is done at our practice at every regular check-up appointment.

Our examination involves making sure that all the lymph glands, muscles and joints in the head and neck are sound. The examination also ascertains whether the surrounding tissues are healthy and that there is no disease or problem in any of the soft and hard tissues in the mouth. We carry out specific examinations to the gums and the teeth and a cancer screen is done routinely. X-ray examinations are performed every 2 years.

Any problems found are investigated immediately, and discussed with the patient. Choices of treatment are offered and referrals are made right away. We like to be able to reassure our patients that they are in good health when they leave our surgery, or that any problems found are being immediately addressed.