{"id":4029,"date":"2021-09-09T10:00:25","date_gmt":"2021-09-09T10:00:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thedentalexpress.com\/?p=4029"},"modified":"2024-03-07T01:18:25","modified_gmt":"2024-03-07T01:18:25","slug":"what-to-expect-from-a-routine-dental-exam-at-dental-express","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thedentalexpress.com\/dental-blog\/what-to-expect-from-a-routine-dental-exam-at-dental-express\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Expect From a Routine Dental Exam at Dental Express"},"content":{"rendered":"

A complete walkthrough of how we perform dental exams at Dental Express, what we look for, and how often to schedule them\u00a0<\/span><\/h1>\n

Going in for routine dental exams is like taking your car in for maintenance.<\/span><\/p>\n

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If you\u2019re diligent about getting your oil changed and making your 30,000-mile checkups (whether there\u2019s something wrong or not), you can get hundreds of thousands of miles out of your car.<\/span><\/p>\n

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But if you avoid seeing the mechanic, unseen issues can start to develop beneath the surface. In time, they can worsen to the point where driving your car becomes difficult or even impossible.<\/span><\/p>\n

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When it comes to your dental health, the same principles apply. You can think of dental exams like oil changes for your teeth.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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They\u2019re crucial to identify and treat minor problems before they become major ones, acting as the first line of defense against disease.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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But what do they entail? What can you expect when you go in for your regular checkup?<\/span><\/p>\n

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Read on as we provide an in-depth breakdown of how we do dental exams at <\/span>Dental Express<\/b><\/a>, including what red flags we look for, and the steps we take to ensure your smile stays healthy.<\/span><\/p>\n

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What to Expect<\/span><\/h1>\n

Dental exams are generally simple and straightforward, usually taking anywhere from thirty minutes to an hour.<\/span><\/p>\n

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At Dental Express, we use these routine visits to establish a healthy dialogue between you and your dentist, giving you the space to share your wants and needs for your smile.<\/span><\/p>\n

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When you come in for your appointment, our office team will greet you, check you in, and set you up for your visit.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Before getting started, we\u2019ll provide you with an iPad to complete the necessary paperwork (i.e., insurance forms, health history, consent forms, etc.).<\/span><\/p>\n

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Once you\u2019re finished, one of our dental care professionals will welcome you to the back and begin an in-depth examination of your mouth and oral health.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The first stage of this process typically includes taking x-rays, intra-oral photographs, or digital scans of your mouth.<\/span><\/p>\n

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These images paint a clear picture of where your current dental health stands and serve as a valuable diagnostic tool for your dentist.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Speaking of which, if you\u2019ve ever wondered what your dentist is looking for during an exam, we have your answers right here!<\/span><\/p>\n