Dental Examinations

This depends on your dental disease risk. Your dentist will normally see you every 3 months to a year. During a dental examination, your dentist will not only inspect your teeth but will also test you for oral cancer.

There are three main ways to do this:

• Clean your teeth twice a day and floss or use tepe brushes for cleaning the spaces between them once a day.
• Maintain a healthy diet – it is the frequency of sugars that causes a problem, not the amount – therefore avoid snacking in between meals and drink only water.
• Fluoride – use a fluoride toothpaste to help prevent decay

During a dental checkup, our dentists will assess your oral health, detect any problems, and develop a personalized treatment plan.

Overall, a dental examination is a thorough assessment of your oral health that allows the dentist to detect and treat any dental problems at an early stage, preventing more significant concerns in the future. It is recommended to have regular dental examinations every six months to maintain optimal oral health.

Here is an overview of what typically happens during a dental examination:

1. Medical history review: Our dentist will review your medical history, including any medications you are taking, past dental treatments, and any existing health conditions that may impact your oral health.

2. Visual examination: The dentist will visually inspect your teeth, gums, and mouth for any signs of decay, cavities, gum disease, oral cancer, or other dental issues.

3. Dental X-rays: X-rays can assess the health of your teeth, jawbone, and related structures. X-rays can identify hidden dental issues that are not obvious during a visual examination. We also use artificial intelligence tools to analyze your X-rays.

4. Gum health assessment: The dentist will check for indicators of gum disease, including redness, swelling, and bleeding. We will also measure the depth of gum pockets to assess the health of the gums.

5. Bite and jaw alignment evaluation: Our dentists will check your bite and jaw alignment to identify any issues with the alignment of your teeth or jaw that may require treatment.

6. Oral cancer screening: Your dentist will examine the soft tissues in your mouth, throat, and neck for any abnormalities or ulcers that may indicate the presence of oral cancer.

7. Treatment recommendations: Based on the findings of the examination, the dentist will discuss any dental issues or concerns with you and recommend appropriate treatments or preventive measures to maintain or improve your oral health.

Yes, you can eat as normal after a dental examination, as typically this appointment is used to assess your oral health and determine what treatment may be required.

Our dentists will use particular dental language to record tooth dimensions and restorations. Using this terminology helps us swiftly document all aspects of your oral health. We provide this information in straightforward terms, avoiding dental jargon, so you can understand what we have recorded and identified.

A new patient dental check-up typically lasts 45 minutes. This allows for a detailed oral health assessment and explanation. This also gives us sufficient time to develop and outline a treatment strategy. Patients can ask as many questions as they want to ensure they fully understand the recommended plans.

On average patients should aim to attend for a dental check up every 6 months. This level of frequency allows us to detect any issues early on and intervene early to prevent further extensive treatment. Your recall length is usually determined by our dentists based on your decay risk and gum disease risk. Depending on this your recall may be every 3 months if you are high risk or if you are a low risk it could be every 12 months.

Dental check ups do not hurt as this simply involves assessing your teeth, gums and overall oral health. Typically treatment is not undertaken at a check up appointment as we want our patients to have time to process the information provided. Treatment may be provided in an emergency situation.

At our dental practice, a new adult patient dental examination costs £90. This includes a full assessment by one of our dentists, along with up to four small radiographs that are analysed using both professional expertise and our advanced A.I. technology for highly accurate diagnosis. This comprehensive check-up allows us to evaluate your oral health thoroughly and provide personalised treatment recommendations.

Yes, having a dental check-up during pregnancy is completely safe and highly recommended. Pregnancy can increase the risk of gum disease, gum inflammation, and other oral health changes due to hormone fluctuations. Regular check-ups allow your dentist to monitor your oral health, provide tailored advice, and prevent minor issues from becoming more serious.