Your 8-point clinical assessment includes:

• Radiographs Where necessary, we will take x-rays of your teeth so we can assess the health of the foundations of your current smile. We may also decide to take an OPG x-ray, which gives us a great overall view of what's going on in your mouth as a whole.
• Tooth Check A thorough assessment of the health, function and appearance of your teeth and any existing restorations.
• Gum Health We will carry out an extensive gum assessment to assess again the foundation of your teeth. We may recommend a dental hygienist programme after this and/or bespoke home care products.
• Jaw Joint We assess your external jaw joints because the regular occurrence of headaches and migraines is often closely related to 'bite' issues.
• Internal Soft Tissue We assess the health of tongue, cheeks and palate, and carry out a comprehensive Oral Cancer Screening at each consultation.
• External Soft Tissue We assess the glands around your neck and lips, noting facial profile and skin shade.
• Lifestyle We will discuss your existing diet and lifestyle, including factors such as smoking and alcohol consumption, which can affect the health of your teeth. We will also ask you about your general health and medication.
• About You We always promise to listen to and understand your wants and needs. We believe that it's important to get to know you, to build a sense of trust, in order to give you the care you need. These consultations give you plenty of time to relax and chat without feeling as though you're on a conveyor belt.