Complete Oral Exam
Comprehensive evaluation of your teeth, gums, bite, and oral cancer screening at every visit.
A thorough exam at your first visit, with a focused check at every visit after, covering:
- Examination of diagnostic X-Rays (radiographs)Essential for detection of decay, tumors, cysts, and bone loss, X-rays also help determine tooth and root positions.
- Oral Cancer ScreeningWe examine your face, neck, lips, tongue, throat tissues, and gums for any signs of oral cancer.
- Gum disease evaluationWe check the gums and bone around the teeth for any signs of periodontal disease.
- Examination of tooth decayWe use special dental instruments to check all tooth surfaces for decay.
- Examination of existing restorationsWe examine the condition of existing fillings, crowns, and other restorations.
- Advanced Technology
Oral health scan with iTero
We use the iTero scanner to build a digital model of your teeth and gums at a single point in time. That model lets us use time-lapse technology to see concrete changes between visits.
The specialists leading your care.
Dr. Adrina DeVitre
DMD · General Dentist
Dr. Adrina DeVitre grew up watching her parents, both dentists, caring for patients. From the age of 11, she'd go into the office with her mother on weekends and assist in small ways. It was then she began noticing and appreciating the delicate touch required for dental work and the compassion her mother had for her patients. At 14, she began helping out on the administrative side, where she developed a sense of responsibility and professionalism that she carried with her into her own career. Before long, Dr. DeVitre came to realize the dental field was more than just the family business. It became her passion.
Dr. Elaina Kazes
DMD · General Dentist
Dr. Kazes earned her Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences from Fordham University and her DMD from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Adrina DeVitre was her mentor in dental school, generously guiding her throughout her educational journey. During dental school, Dr. Kazes earned the American Association of Oral Biologists Award, the Academy of Dentistry for Persons with Disabilities Student Award, and was a three-time recipient of the Chigas Scholarship Award. She participated in research and was a finalist in the DENTSPLY/Caulk Competition for her presentation at the AADR conference in 2014.
Dr. Amy Yeh
DMD · General Dentist
Dr. Amy Yeh grew up in Virginia Beach, VA where she became an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician. She continued working as an AEMT while attending Emory University and graduated with a B.S. in Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology and a B.A. in French Studies.
Complete Oral Exam questions, answered.
These answers cover the usual starting points. Call the office when your situation needs a more specific answer.
What happens during a complete oral exam?
- We review diagnostic X-rays, screen for oral cancer, evaluate your gums for signs of periodontal disease, check every tooth surface for decay, and examine any existing fillings or crowns. Your first visit includes the full exam, and each visit after gets a focused check.
How often do I need a complete oral exam?
- We perform a focused exam at every visit, alongside your cleaning. Call our Hingham office if you're not sure when your next visit is due.
Why do I need X-rays at my exam?
- X-rays help us detect decay, tumors, cysts, and bone loss that aren't visible during a visual exam. They also show us the position of your teeth and roots so we can plan treatment accurately.
Is the oral cancer screening part of every exam?
- Yes, we examine your face, neck, lips, tongue, throat tissues, and gums for any signs of oral cancer as part of the complete exam.
Will you check my old fillings and crowns?
- Yes, we examine the condition of your existing restorations at every complete oral exam so we can catch wear or failure early.
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