Enjoy Better Health With Dental Exams in Beverly, MA
Building strong relationships with you is important to us at Martins Dental Partners. Dental exams are one of the ways we can establish those relationships, both on a personal level and as your wellness partner for life. You’ll likely come to our Beverly, MA dentist office more often for exams than for any other services we offer.Exams are a great opportunity to:
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When it comes to dental exams, one of the first things we do is once the patient has filled out all the paperwork at the front, including their health history, we get them to the back and take a full series of X-rays if needed. Once those X-rays are taken, I come in and take a look, and before I even touch the patient’s mouth, or look at the X-rays, one of the first things we do is have a conversation with our patients to see what really brought them in. What is their end goal? What are their immediate short-term goals? Just get an idea before we start taking a look and breaking things down into smaller segments.
So once we have that conversation with the patient, then we start taking a look at that patient’s mouth, and we do an oral cancer screening, do a head and neck exam, and then finally take a look at the teeth and the gums. We also supplement our exam with some intraoral photos, so that way I can show the patient exactly what I see. So it’s easier for the patient to understand why the treatment we’re recommending is actually needed for the patient.
- Discuss your long-term goals for your smile
- Look for signs of problems like cavities and gum disease
- Provide general dental treatments like fluoride applications
- Take digital X-rays for a more complete picture of your oral health
- Screen you for oral cancer
- Address any questions or concerns you have
To schedule your next exam, call (978) 288-1946.
We’ll Show You Around
If you’re a new patient, our friendly staff will greet you and give you a tour of our office. Your teeth will also get a thorough cleaning. You should allow about an hour and a half for your first exam with us.
Stay Healthy With Regular Dental Checkups
You may be surprised to find that our dentists aren’t just concerned about your oral health; they care about your overall health too. During your dental checkup, they may discover signs of conditions that may need further diagnosis and/or treatment. Some of those conditions include:
- Sleep apnea
- Oral cancer
- TMJ disorders
Our team can also offer advice on a healthy diet, smoking cessation, and other topics. Just ask!
Extended Hours Make It Easy to Schedule Exams
While we suggest two dental checkups a year, we know it can be tough to work them into busy schedules. You’ll find it pretty easy, though, with our extended hours. We’re open from 8 to 5 on Mondays and Wednesdays, 8 to 7 on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8 to 3 on Fridays, and 8 to 1 on Saturdays.If you have children, our Beverly, MA dentist office is near several local schools, including Shore Country Day School, Beverly High School, and St. Mary, Star of Sea Elementary School. You won’t even have to worry about finding a parking spot in the bustling Cabot Street area. We’ll pay for your parking in the Franklin/Washington lot right across the street.Due for a dental exam? Call (978) 288-1946 to make an appointment.