What happens at a dental checkup?
A dental examination may include discussion of your concerns and medical history, inspection of teeth and gums, assessment of bite and soft tissues, and review of any relevant previous treatment.
A structured assessment helps identify concerns early and gives you a clear, prioritised plan for your oral health.
A structured assessment helps identify concerns early and gives you a clear, prioritised plan for your oral health. We have explained the treatment in everyday language below, including what usually happens, what can affect the cost and how to look after your teeth afterwards.
A structured assessment helps identify concerns early and gives you a clear, prioritised plan for your oral health.
A dental examination may include discussion of your concerns and medical history, inspection of teeth and gums, assessment of bite and soft tissues, and review of any relevant previous treatment.
Dental radiographs are selected according to symptoms, clinical findings, history and individual risk. They are not automatically required at every visit.
The dentist should explain findings in plain language, discuss reasonable options and priorities, and provide an estimate for proposed care. You can ask about benefits, risks, alternatives and what happens if you wait.
Ask what the dentist has found, what the treatment is expected to help with and what may happen if you wait.
Ask whether there is another way to treat the problem. Your dentist should explain the good points and limits of each suitable option.
Ask what is included, whether more than one visit is needed and whether medicines, scans, lab work or follow-up visits cost extra.
Ask how to care for your teeth, how long recovery may take and who to contact if something does not feel right.
Your treatment is personal. This guide helps you prepare. Your dentist will check your teeth and explain the options that fit your needs before you make a decision.
Illustrative images are labelled as examples. Individual treatment results vary. Patient photographs are displayed only when the clinic has confirmed permission to publish them.
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These answers are a starting point. Ask the dentist to explain anything that is not clear.
Call the clinicYes. A dentist needs to assess your teeth, gums, bite and relevant medical history before recommending a treatment. Imaging may be appropriate for some procedures.
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