A complete dental check-up consists of a comprehensive oral examination. It is an all inclusive assessment and recording of all hard and soft tissues such as teeth, gums, palate, tongue, cheeks, lips : so all intra-oral and extra-oral tissues.
Optional diagnostic procedures such as radiographs or other images will be discussed with you depending on your specific needs.
Typically, it will include the following :
Dental Evaluation : Your dental and medical history, concerns, background and diet will be discussed.
Dental Health Assessment : Your overall dental health, oral hygiene, risks for tooth or root decay, gum or bone disease will be assessed.
Cavity Check : Possible cavities and/or your need for tooth replacement will be checked.
Bite and Jaw Examination : We will assess how your teeth fit together by examining your bite and jaw.
Teeth Cleaning and Stains Removal : We will remove any stains or deposits on your teeth and thoroughly clean them.
Oral Hygiene Instructions: We will discuss how dental disease can be prevented. We will make sure you understand the proper cleaning techniques for your teeth by giving you thorough oral hygiene instructions.
Restoration Examination : All restorations and prostheses (fixed and removable) will be checked.
Dental X-rays : The dentist will take x-rays or conduct other diagnostic procedures such as radiographs or other images depending on your needs.
Oral Cancer Screening : An oral cancer screening will be performed to check your face, neck and mouth for abnormalities.
Medications Review : We will discuss any medications you are currently taking that can impact your prognosis, progression and management of your oral health.
In this appointment we will discuss with you your current oral health, including your risk of dental decay, gum disease and any other oral health problems.
Schedule your complete dental check up today
If you would like to book with us, please call Family Dentist at (03) 9798 4420, (03) 9798 4822. If you need to reach us after regular business hours, you can Book an appointment online or you can leave your name and number and we will get back to you.
