Dental Exams
We do a very comprehensive exam, including a CBCT, to get a baseline view of any issues the patient might be having, that could effect oral and systematic health.
The initial exam is two hours. A dental assistant will take a CBCT, full mouth x-rays, and high-quality photos and conduct an interview.
Dr. Brown or Dr. Jumtina will conduct a clinical examination, review your CBT and X-rays with you, and answer any questions.
If any dental work need to be done we will prepare a complete treatment plan and contact you in the near future.
Dental Exam:
This video explains the exam we do in our clinic
Why do we take a CBCT in every new patient exam?
Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) is becoming more common in dental practices nationwide. Highly detailed CBCT images are invaluable in assessing dental and skeletal structures, allowing us to localize and evaluate impacted teeth, hidden infections, TMJ, and airway issues. This leads to improved and more accurate diagnoses and helps discover the possible root cause of various issues. The radiation of Planmeca CBCT is lower than that of a standard Panorex.
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Some Frequently Asked Questions
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Dr. Brown and Dr. Jumtina do all the exams. Our dentists have different areas that they attend to.
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It depends on our schedule, but if you are flexible; sometimes we can get you in very quickly.
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You can bring your x-rays, but with our CBCT and software, we can get more information, so we need to take ours.
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Our exams are taken by an assistant and Dr Jumtina or Dr Brown. We all work together and have the same philosophy. Dr. Brown does all restorative work, Dr Jumtina does the airway and some restorative dentistry, and Dr. Burke does all surgeries.
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We would need to do an exam to determine what type of cleaning you need and to determine what dental issues you might have.
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Patients who establish care with us must have a CBCT and x-rays. This is the standard of care. Without them, we wouldn’t be able to see many dental issues you might have, and we would be doing a disservice to you.
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Yes, you can do intake on one day and come back another day to see the dentist.
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With the cleaning and restorative treatments, you get the results immediately. It may take up to two weeks for implants, surgeries, and appliances, but we aim to get them back to you within a week. This usually is influenced by the complexity of the case. In complex cases, we sometimes consult with experienced mentors to ensure we are not missing anything in the planning phase.