Initial Exam

The Dawson/Pankey philosophy of complete dentistry starts with a thorough oral exam. Our goal of the initial exam is to co discover with you all of the factors that contribute to the deterioration of your oral health and to determine the best method to eliminate each factor. The two main causes of breakdown are bacterial plaque and excess stress. To make your mouth healthy and keep it healthy we must have your mouth clean and reduce stresses. These are the dentist's responsibilities, and keeping your mouth clean and reporting any uneven stresses are the patients' responsibility.