Regular visits to the dentist consist of a thorough exam of your mouth, including your teeth and gums. Your dentist may also want to complete a set of x-rays if you haven’t had any done for an extended period of time. Your dentist will review the results of your x-rays with you to show you any areas that could be concerning. They will also let you know of any other dental health conditions that they come across through the course of your dental exam. Your routine visits are also your opportunity to bring up any concerns that you have about your dental health, whether that’s a new sore spot on a tooth or a new sensitivity to hot or cold, or any other issues that are affecting your teeth, mouth, gums and jaw. Many dentists, including the team at Canatella Dental, take a proactive, preventative approach to dental care, ensuring that they are completing thorough exams on a regular basis to catch any dental conditions in their early stages to treat them before they affect your health.