The Dental Examination

The first part of a general dentist visit is a full mouth X-ray which allows the doctors to examine the health of your teeth and underlying jaw structure. During your examination our dental hygienist will use a small instrument and mirror to examine each tooth for cavities, plaque and damage. You will also undergo a gum examination where your gums will be gently probed to detect any signs of gum disease. The final step in your cleaning visit at Towncrest Dental is a head and neck examination, which allows the doctors to inspect for any potential issues with glands or joints, such as TMJ disorder. After your thorough examination, your doctor will sit down with you to discuss the results of the exam and plan any necessary repairs or treatments.

Thorough Dental Cleaning

The second part of your bi-annual check-up at Towncrest Dental consists of a complete professional dental cleaning conducted by one of our gentle and caring dental hygienists. While it is recommended for adults to brush their teeth three times a day and floss once daily, the reality is that most people only brush twice daily and floss rarely.  Even the most hygiene-dedicated patients who brush and floss regularly will not ever achieve the same results as that of a deep cleaning from one of our trained dental hygienists. For the best dental health and cavity prevention, it is important to have your teeth professionally cleaned, polished, and treated with fluoride twice a year.

Contact Towncrest Dental

If you are looking for a caring and thorough dentist in the Iowa City area, we encourage you to make an appointment with Dr. Jay Davidson, Dr. Jennifer R.M. Ballard, or Dr. Curt Maas by calling us at 319-337-2114. Each member of our staff is dedicated to ensuring that our patients are always comfortable and well-informed during their visits with us. We look forward to your call and welcoming you to the Towncrest Dental family.