Nine Things a Dentist Can See That Patients Can

Nine Things a Dentist Can See That Patients Can't

1. Deterioration in fillings, crowns and other restorations.

2. Periodontal pockets caused by gum disease.

3. New decay under the gum line.

4. Root cavities - decay on the roots of the teeth exposed by receding gums.

5. Hairline tooth fractures.

6. Impacted wisdom teeth.

7. Early signs of gum disease.

8. Early signs of oral cancer.

9. Cavities under existing fillings.

Everyone needs regular checkups. The dentist is trained to detect potential problems and provide appropriate treatment.