Episode 4: 7 Tips for a Successful Comprehensive Dental exam

Hi everyone, Today we will discuss what to expect at your first visit to the dentist and what is a Comprehensive Dental Exam? You can go to the dentist, maybe for a limited exam for  toothache. But what is a comprehensive dental exam and what makes you feel that this dentist is actually going above and beyond what's expected to reach out to the best and proper diagnosis of your teeth. A dental exam is pretty important because it is visit where the dentist will assess a lot of your dental needs. There are few steps involved: First of all, we check the medical history review. Check all your medications, allergies from any medications, past surgeries and current medications. What is a Premedication? Who should take it, why and how often? Second: Take few X-rays to investigate the current dental status and assess the bone health and check for any possible cavities,  cysts or infections. How often should we take X-rays? Third: Extraoral exam, check the TMJ (tempromandibular joint), Sinuses, thyroid and any possible swollen lymph nodes Fourth: Intraoral Exam,which includes oral cancer screening, then check the teeth from any clinical cavities, evaluate the existing restorations and do a comprehensive gum assessment. Fifth: Take intraoral pictures for patient education. Sixth: Treatment plan and How to prioritize the dental treatment? Seventh: Regular cleaning versus a deep cleaning? Di I have gum disease? How to find out? This is why:  it is important to have a comprehensive dental exam. This is to check for your teeth and gum health. Also, to check for the alignment of your jaw. Next time, next episode, we're gonna have a cardiologist to discuss the relationship between teeth and the heart. If you have dental needs or questions, we will be happy to help you with all the technology that we have. Until then, have a great day and don't forget if you take care of your teeth, they will take care of you. Until then, keep smiling with Dr. Saad. Have a great day everyone. Subscribe for More: Don’t miss out on future episodes of *The Wonder Tooth*! Subscribe, hit the notification bell, and drop a comment below to let us know how often you change your toothbrush. Dr. Saad might feature your question in an upcoming episode! Listen to The Wonder Tooth Podcast, your ultimate guide to oral health and dentistry, on all major platforms! Hosted by top cosmetic dentist Dr. Radwa Saad, this podcast delivers expert insights on dental care, smile makeovers, and the latest innovations in dentistry. Tune in and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, YouTube, iheart radio and Captivate. For more expert dental advice and luxury dental care, visit our official website at Dent Blanche Dental. Don't forget to rate, review, and share with friends who want to achieve their best smile! Make sure to tune in to this eye-opening episode, and remember, great oral health starts with the right information. We're here to help you smile with confidence! If you found this video helpful, please give it a thumbs up, subscribe to my channel, and hit the notification bell for more dental tips and advice. If you have any questions or topics you'd like me to cover, leave them in the comments below. Thanks for watching, and I'll see you in the next video!" "Remember, a beautiful smile starts with a healthy foundation." if you have any questions or looking for a consultation or a second opinion, please reach us at: Your Princeton Dentist: Dr. Radwa Saad Instagram: @radwasaad_dmd Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RadwaSaadDMD Youtube: Radwa Saad_DMD_NJ - YouTube www.DentBlancheDental.com Office# 609-890-1888 ✅ Book a Consultation (Luxury Dentistry in Princeton, NJ): 👉 https://www.dentblanchedental.com ✅ Follow Me on Instagram: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/dr.radwasaad/ ✅ Subscribe to The Wonder Tooth Podcast: 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wonder-tooth/id123456789 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/yourpodcastlink 🎧 Audible: The Wonder Tooth Podcast | Podcasts on Audible | Audible.com 🎧 iHeartRadio: The Wonder Tooth Podcast | iHeart 🎧 Captivate.fm: https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-wonder-tooth-podcast/