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Dental Exams & Cleanings

Dental Exam

A comprehensive dental exam will be performed by your dentist at your initial dental visit.  At regular check-up exams, your dentist and hygienist will perform the following:

  • Examination of diagnostic radiographs (x-ray)  Essential for detection of decay, tumors, cysts, and bone loss.  X-rays also help determine tooth and root positions. Without these images, problem areas may go undetected.

  • Oral cancer screening  Check the face, neck, lips, tongue, throat, tissues, and gums for any signs of oral cancer.

  • Gum disease evaluation  Check the gums and bone around the teeth for any signs of periodontal disease.

  • Examination of tooth decay  All tooth surfaces will be checked for decay with special dental instruments.

  • Examination of existing restorations  Check current fillings, crowns, etc

Professional Dental Cleaning

Professional dental cleanings (dental prophylaxis) are usually performed by Registered Dental Hygienists.  Your cleaning appointment will include a dental exam and the following:

  • Removal of calculus (tartar)  Calculus is hardened plaque that has been left on the tooth for some time and is now firmly attached to the tooth surface.  Calculus forms above and below the gum line and can only be removed with special dental instruments.

  • Removal of plaque – Plaque is a sticky, almost invisible film that forms on the teeth.  It is a growing colony of living bacteria, food debris, and saliva.  The bacteria produce toxins (poisons) that inflame the gums.  This inflammation is the start of periodontal disease!

  • Teeth polishing  Remove stain and plaque that is not otherwise removed during tooth brushing and scaling.


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Jenna L. Stover, DDS, & Haleigh A. Bass, DMD,
Susan I. Stover, DDS, Douglas L. Stover, DDS

Gastonia dentists, Susan Stover, DDS, Doug Stover, DDS and Jenna Stover, DDS, are dental professionals dedicated to general, family, and cosmetic dentistry with services including dental exams, dental makeovers, teeth whitening, veneers, crowns, x-rays, cleanings, and more. Please call our dentists in Gastonia, NC to schedule your next appointment.

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