In order to properly diagnose dental conditions during your comprehensive examination, Dr. Tyler will often need some or all of the following:
- Full Mouth Series of digital x-rays taken within the last year.
- Panoramic x-ray taken within the last 3 years.
- Full jaw 3D imaging – Cone Beam Computed Technology (CBCT) in order to determine dental implant treatment options.
- Intra- and Extra-oral photographs for treatment planning and patient communication.
The goal of this evaluation is for Dr. Tyler to learn everything he can about the current state of your oral health. He’ll examine the following in detail:
- Teeth
- Periodontal (gum) health
- Occlusion (bite)
- Existing dental restorations (prosthetics)
- Dental esthetics
- TMJ – jaw joint and related muscles
- Neck – lymph nodes, thyroid gland, carotid arteries
- Intraoral soft tissues
- Oral pathology
- Saliva consistency and amount
Upon completion of your comprehensive dental examination, Dr. Tyler will discuss his findings and help you understand everything that is going on with your oral health. Then, he’ll make treatment suggestions based on your goals outlined in the initial consultation.
For simple treatment needs, the treatment plan(s), including financial estimates, will be reviewed prior to your departure. However, there are often multiple treatment options, ranging from ideal treatment (more expensive) to compromised treatment (less expensive). If multiple complex treatment options exist for you, Dr. Tyler and his team may need a couple of days to complete your multiple treatment plans. When this occurs, we will ask you to return for presentation of your treatment options in our consultation room, without any additional charge, as it is considered a continuation of your examination.
No matter your oral condition, Dr. Tyler wants you to be completely informed on the options you have for treatment. In order for you to choose your own individualized treatment plan, he and his staff will explain in great detail each aspect of the procedures required, including cost, preparations, after-care, and long-term maintenance.
Treatment plans will begin with a thorough dental hygiene treatment (cleaning) to get your gums to a healthy state. From there, Dr. Tyler will carry out the plan you both decided on earlier. At any time, you can ask for treatment to be adjusted or re-sequenced, so it better suits you.
Once you’ve scheduled an appointment with us, you can help yourself save time in the office by filling our new patient forms prior to your visit.
Click on the link below to complete the forms at your leisure. On the day of your appointment, just bring the forms with you and we’ll get you in to see Dr. Tyler right away. Please let us know if you have any difficulties with accessing or filling out the forms.