On your first visit to Dr. Hunter’s office we give you a thorough examination to establish the current state of your dental health. We then take the needed X-ray pictures. If necessary, we do other procedures such as taking study models and digital photographs to give us a more complete picture of the condition of your mouth. These procedures help us to assess your situation in a number of ways.
- Teeth are examined for cavities, and leaks or breaks in existing fillings
- Gum condition is assessed for signs of bleeding, infection, recession or pocketing
- Soft tissue in the tongue, cheeks, lips and palate are examined to ensure health of these structures
- X-ray pictures reveal changes not seen visually, such as tooth decay, jaw or gum infections, missing or extra teeth, and in the case of children, the development of new teeth. X-ray pictures from within the last two years can be useful to us. Our office will be glad to contact your previous dentist to request the films be sent to us.
From this examination, Dr. Hunter will formulate a diagnosis, which we then discuss with you. We'll work out a treatment plan for you, along with any alternatives, and discuss the cost involved.