Oral Examination
The initial oral examination includes a visual examination, charting, periodontal probing, diagnosis and treatment recommendations. X-rays will also be taken, which include the panoramic X-ray for proper diagnosis of the anterior (front) and posterior (back) teeth as well as the bite-wing X-ray series for proper diagnosis of proximal decay of posterior teeth.
Crowns and bridges (Restorative Dentistry) refers to the restoration of natural teeth that have been damaged, decayed or lost. Once West Bend Dental Center has examined your teeth and has evaluated your dental and medical history, a diagnosis as well as treatment options will be discussed. A crown may be constructed to restore an individual damaged tooth back to its original form and function, while a bridge may be utilized to replace one or more teeth. These restorations are cemented onto the teeth and are referred to as "fixed" dentistry as opposed to a restoration of missing teeth with a removable appliance or partial denture.