Comprehensive Dental Services
in Butler & Valencia
Keelan Dental provides comprehensive dental services in Butler & Valencia, PA. Call to learn more and schedule an appointment.
DENTAL EXAMINATION IS the DIAGNOSTIC EVALUATION OF A PATIENT’S OVERALL ORAL HEALTH AND HYGIENE.
During a dental examination, the doctor or hygienist may…
- Check for signs of decay or periodontal disease
- Ask about medications
- Take dental x-rays
- Evaluate occlusion (bite)
- Evaluate jaw
- Discuss proper cleaning
- Remove stains or debris
- Take a dental impression
The doctor or hygienist may also perform an oral cancer exam. This involves feeling around the cheeks, gums, and tongue, under the jaw, and the sides of the neck for signs of oral cancer.