
New Patient Dental Exam:
Our Comprehensive New Patient Dental Exam consists of the following:
- Review of previous dental and medical history
- Interview with the patient about current and future dental treatments
- A head and neck muscle examination
- An examination of the Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ)
- A screening examination and evaluation of the bite screening for bruxism, excessive wear patterns on teeth and malocclusion
- A Comprehensive Periodontal Examination (pocket, depth, mobility, furcation involvement, recession, tissue evaluation)
- Evaluation of dental restorations
- Oral cancer screening with brush-biopsy (OralCDX)
- Dental x-rays as needed (usually a full mouth series) and a series of photographs of your teeth
- An explanation of the findings along with a treatment plan