{"id":124,"date":"2014-12-15T16:08:00","date_gmt":"2014-12-15T16:08:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.cranbrookdentalcare.com\/blog\/?p=124"},"modified":"2016-07-18T15:40:54","modified_gmt":"2016-07-18T15:40:54","slug":"first-dental-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cranbrookdentalcare.com\/blog\/2014\/12\/15\/first-dental-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Expect During Your First Dental Visit"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-125\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cranbrookdentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/158668598-300x201.jpg\" alt=\"158668598\" width=\"300\" height=\"201\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cranbrookdentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/158668598-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cranbrookdentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/158668598.jpg 505w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>If it\u2019s been a long while since you&#8217;ve visited the dentist, you might be apprehensive about making an appointment for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cranbrookdentalcare.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">dental checkup<\/a>. Dr. Banda wants to help you overcome your dental anxiety so that you can get the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cranbrookdentalcare.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">preventive dental care<\/a> you need. To help do this, we have outlined what you can expect during your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cranbrookdentalcare.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">first dental visit<\/a>\u00a0at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cranbrookdentalcare.com\/\">Cranbrook Dental Care<\/a>. You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cranbrookdentalcare.com\/contact-us.html\">make an appointment<\/a> with Dr. Banda today for your next <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cranbrookdentalcare.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">dental check up<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cranbrookdentalcare.com\/\">Cranbrook Dental Care <\/a>helps families stay healthy throughout <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cranbrookdentalcare.com\/contact-us.html\">metro Detroit<\/a> including, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cranbrookdentalcare.com\/contact-us.html\">Troy, Bloomfield Hills, Clarkston, Royal Oaks and Birmingham<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cranbrookdentalcare.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">First Dental Visit <\/a>May Include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tooth-by-tooth Exam<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>o\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Evaluate your risk of tooth decay, root decay, and gum or bone disease<\/p>\n<p>o\u00a0\u00a0 Evaluate your need for tooth restoration or tooth replacement<\/p>\n<p>o\u00a0\u00a0 Check your bite and jaw for problems<\/p>\n<p>o\u00a0\u00a0 Remove any stains or deposits on your teeth<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Digital X-rays<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>o\u00a0\u00a0 Less radiation<\/p>\n<p>o\u00a0\u00a0 High quality images<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Oral Cancer Screening<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>o\u00a0\u00a0 Check for red or white patches or mouth sores<\/p>\n<p>o\u00a0\u00a0 Check the tissues in your mouth for lumps or other abnormalities<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Periodontal Analysis<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>o\u00a0\u00a0 Pocket depth<\/p>\n<p>o\u00a0\u00a0 Bleeding points<\/p>\n<p>o\u00a0\u00a0 Gum recession<\/p>\n<p>o\u00a0\u00a0 Furcation involvement<\/p>\n<p>o\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Mobility<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bite Assessment<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>o\u00a0\u00a0 Check for excessive tooth wear, tooth breakage, tooth sensitivity, jaw joint pain, and joint noises<\/p>\n<p><strong>Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cranbrookdentalcare.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">First Dental Visit<\/a> in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cranbrookdentalcare.com\/contact-us.html\">Bloomfield Hills, MI<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The information gathered during your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cranbrookdentalcare.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">first dental visit<\/a>\u00a0will serve as the basis for the treatment your dentist recommends. Remember that regular <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cranbrookdentalcare.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">dental examinations<\/a> are essential to maintain good oral health and protect your overall health. Don\u2019t delay the dental care you need any longer. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cranbrookdentalcare.com\/contact-us.html\">Make an appointment <\/a>with Dr. Banda today for your routine <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cranbrookdentalcare.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">dental checkup<\/a>. The experienced and compassionate dentists of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cranbrookdentalcare.com\/\">Cranbrook Dental Care<\/a> proudly restore smiles throughout <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cranbrookdentalcare.com\/contact-us.html\">metro Detroit<\/a> including, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cranbrookdentalcare.com\/contact-us.html\">Troy, Bloomfield Hills, Clarkston, Royal Oaks and Birmingham<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If it\u2019s been a long while since you&#8217;ve visited the dentist, you might be apprehensive about making an appointment for a dental checkup. Dr. Banda wants to help you overcome your dental anxiety so that you can get the preventive dental care you need. 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