Your overall quality of life can be significantly affected by cavities, gum disease, and other oral health conditions. To help prevent these things from befalling you the American Dental Association recommends having a routine dental exam administered by a dentist like Dr. Kevin M. Altieri twice each year.
The first phase of the appointment consists of a thorough dental cleaning. Once all signs of hardened tartar and other bacterial deposits have been removed from your teeth, your dental hygienist will polish each tooth in your smile. If you have more significant dental stains you might want to discuss your whitening options with Dr. Altieri.
Dr. Altieri will then examine your teeth and gums. If he detects any signs of cavities or gum disease he will present you with the applicable treatment options. The dental exam concludes with a basic screening for signs of oral or pharyngeal cancer.
If he finds any areas of concern, Dr. Altieri will refer you to an area oncologist for further diagnosis and help you understand your treatment options.
If you live in the Fort Worth, Texas, area and you are in need of a routine dental exam and cleaning, you should call 817-294-5513 to set up an appointment with at Bellaire Dental Excellence.