Looking after you teeth and mouth is very important. An examination may also include x-ray to look at what cannot be seen with the naked eye.

Initially a Medical History Questionnaire is completed – to see if any medical condition / medications may be affecting the mouth.

A Dental History Questionnaire is also completed to identify any specific dental problems, for example, pain, bleeding gums, crooked teeth, difficulty chewing, poor looks of teeth, snoring, dry-mouth, bad breath.

The Oral examination will consist assessing of:

Teeth:

• Cavities / Decay
• Mobilities
• Existing restorations / prosthesis
• Bite
• Fracture / Wear of teeth
• Positions of teeth

Gums:

• Oral Hygiene.
• Bleeding / Inflammation
• Biotype
• Periodontal scoring

Soft tissue screening for Oral Cancer and other lesions.

• Head and Neck:
• Lesions / swelling
• Symmetry issue
• Jaw joint
• Mouth opening
• Muscle tenderness