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The Basic Dental Check-up

This looks at the condition of the teeth, gums and soft tissues and any indication that a more advanced consultation is required. We are looking for:

  • Tooth decay
  • Broken fillings or teeth and the necessary treatment that will be required to gain dental health
  • Dental infections - such as dead or abscessed teeth
  • Pathological conditions of the soft tissues, specifically cancer
  • Gingival (gum) or Periodontal disease (infection and bone loss around the roots of the teeth) the gums and periodontium, supporting structures of the teeth
  • Tooth mobility
  • Oral hygiene status, plaque and calculus around the teeth.
  • Pocket depths: this shows us how advanced any periodontal disease might be
  • X-rays may be required to support a diagnosis
  • Treatment planning - discussing treatment options or an advanced assessment with you

The Advanced Consultation

Many people that we see complain of headaches, neck and back pain. We are aware of the possible link between these conditions and the state of the mouth and jaw joints. In order that we can carry out more complex restorative procedures it is important for us to ensure that we have covered all bases. This consultation covers all of the above unless already carried out, plus:

  • A complete history of the underlying conditions.
  • Postural analysis
  • Muscle palpation of the head, neck and back
  • Jaw joint assessment, jaw opening, deviation and deflection
  • The bite and its function
  • Bite height: often people feel that they need surgery for wrinkles, lines and loss of lip; we check the bite, as this can be a major contributor to facial change and ageing. This allows us to offer a non-surgical face-lift
  • Treatment plan and options

Aesthetic Solutions

While we look at aesthetics in all categories, many of our patients come for a cosmetic and aesthetic evaluation. In addition to these consultations we recommend 3 monthly hygiene appointments and six monthly check ups.

Osteopathic Solutions

Many of our patients need a complete overhaul. We want people to leave looking good, feeling good and smiling. Referral to our in house osteopath will be recommended when needed unless you are currently seeing an Osteopath or Chiropractor.