Our Dental Practice » Your Initial Appointment
Our comprehensive examination process is much more thorough than examinations you may have previously experienced. Your first appointment is with Dr Heidi Sauer or Dr Mark Worthington and is tailored to your specific needs and priorities.
This appointment takes 45 minutes and may include:
Thorough jaw joint analysis
Intra and extra oral soft tissue exam, including oral cancer screening
Inspecting your teeth with a diagnostic laser, looking for decay, cracks, or faulty restorations
Examination of your bite to assess whether the way you bite is damaging your teeth or causing pain in your head and neck
Intra and extra-oral x-rays of teeth, as well as extra and intra-oral photos to assist diagnosis
Thorough gum health analysis
Analysis of bone and gum quality for implant assessment
If necessary a second appointment is made, where a written treatment plan is presented. This will outline Dr Sauer or Dr Worthington's findings from the examination appointment and list options for the dental treatment you may require. Full details of procedures and fees are discussed at this appointment.
Phone 0800 999 009 38 Broadway . Newmarket . Auckland
465a Devon St East . New Plymouth
