Comprehensive examinations cover a broad scope, and are typically completed at your first visit to our office. This examination includes, but is not limited to:

• Learning about your health history (i.e. diabetes, heart disease, joint replacements, surgeries, current medications, etc.)
• Talking about your past and present dental history and concerns (caries, bad breath, pain, missing teeth, broken teeth, gum disease, dental anxiety, etc.)
• Clinical evaluation of your oral health, including a complete examination of every tooth and assessment of your gums and surrounding tissues
• Taking diagnostic x-rays to assess any underlying conditions or concerns

Our goal is to piece all of these together to understand your dental health as a whole, creating a treatment plan that is best suited for your individual needs.

• A sealant is a thin coating placed in the grooves of healthy molars and premolars to help prevent decay.
• When cured with an ultraviolet light, the material hardens within the grooves, creating a protective surface that blocks out debris.
• Sealants last an average of 2 years.
• This procedure is painless and worthwhile for patients of all ages.

The intraoral camera is a tool that allows you to see what Dr. Wilson sees. These cameras are small, but they produce a high definition image. Because they are designed to be used in the mouth, they are comfortable for our patients, and provide you with a greater understanding of your oral health.

Digital radiographs use digital sensors in lieu of traditional x-ray film. The advantages to the patient include:

• Heightened comfort compared to traditional methods
• Better diagnostic quality, minimizing retakes
• Ease of transfer between practitioners or insurance companies
• Digital radiography uses up to 90% less radiation
• Elimination of harmful processing chemicals

The Planmeca is another type of digital imaging system. We use this technology frequently, as it has made taking 2D radiographs an effortless experience for our patients.

• Eliminates the need for digital sensors in the mouth
• Superior diagnostic quality
• Compensates for slight movement
• Fastest method for taking a full-mouth x-ray

• Fluoride is a natural mineral that can reinforce weak enamel and inhibit bacterial growth.
• Fluoride can benefit any patient who may be at risk of developing dental decay.
• Type of fluoride and frequency of application is determined by your oral health needs.
• It can be applied in-office as a gel, which is left on the teeth for 30 minutes.
• We also prescribe toothpastes and treatments for at-home use.