When you visit us for your scheduled checkup appointment, our dentists will perform a thorough clinical examination to evaluate the health status of your teeth and gums. They will also look at the x-ray images of the damaged teeth to ascertain the extent of the damage and to devise a minimally-invasive treatment plan. Some of the procedures that are routinely performed in dental examinations are:

• Teeth Cleanings – if your dentist finds early signs of gum disease, such as plaque deposition and swollen gums, they will perform a professional teeth cleaning procedure. In this procedure, your dentist will use a special instrument called an ultrasonic scaler that vibrates at very high frequencies and removes the plaque and tartar deposits.
• Teeth Fillings – if an x-ray image shows that one of your teeth has decayed, we will remove the damaged tooth portion and replace it with a suitable filling.
• Cancer Screening – another essential component of dental examinations is cancer screening. Our dentist will inspect your head, neck, and face for suspicious swelling or swollen lymph nodes. If any suspicious, non-healing lesion is found. In this way, regular dental checkups not only help prevent dental issues but are also helpful in the early diagnosis of oral cancers.