The Future of Oral Health: A New Quality of Life through Comprehensive Examination:
Oral and dental health is the mirror of our general health and this health can be maintained with comprehensive examinations. In this article, we will discuss the importance of individual caries analysis and oral, dental, maxillofacial, and maxillofacial joint health examinations. We will examine how these processes are personalized to the specific needs of patients and how they improve quality of life. These assessments are carried out in our dental practice using modern techniques, devices, and software. These regular examinations are vital for early diagnosis and proper treatment planning. Individual caries analysis and general oral health assessment are performed by dentists for patients of all ages and provide personalized health solutions.
The Importance of Comprehensive Dental Examinations:
A comprehensive dental examination addresses not only current problems but also problems that may arise in the future. This examination is personalized to the individual needs of each patient and treatment planning is made taking into account the overall health status. This planning includes various assessment methods such as detailed dental mapping, saliva tests, and gingival examinations.
Individual Caries Analysis:
Each individual has a different risk of caries formation. Using individual caries analysis software, we create treatment plans tailored to the specific needs of patients. This software determines the patient's caries risk profile and offers the most appropriate restorative treatment and preventive dentistry options in line with this profile. This enables a personalized approach to the prevention and treatment of caries.
Oral, Dental and Maxillofacial Health:
Oral and dental health is not limited to caries. Gum diseases, oral lesions, and missing teeth also have a significant impact on overall health. Treatment of gum diseases and the effect of restorations on gum health are an important part of treatment planning.
Temporomandibular Joint Health and Treatment Options:
Jaw joint disorders can cause pain and loss of function. Early intervention prevents the rapid progression of these problems. Correctly assessing the effect of restorations on chewing function and the load on the jaw joint is critical in maintaining joint health.
Patient Education and Awareness:
As dentists, we provide patients with detailed information about oral hygiene and care during the examination. This education raises patients' awareness on issues such as tooth brushing techniques, flossing, and the correct use of mouthwashes. We also provide guidance on healthy eating habits and reducing risk factors.
Economic Advantages of Early Diagnosis and Intervention:
A comprehensive oral and dental health examination offers significant advantages not only in terms of physical health but also in terms of economics. Early diagnosis prevents more serious and costly dental problems. In the long term, this means both reduced treatment costs for patients and fewer medical interventions. In other words, regular and comprehensive dental examinations help patients achieve optimum benefits in terms of both health and cost.
Comprehensive oral and dental health is the foundation of a healthy life. By providing early diagnosis and effective treatment options, these examinations both eliminate existing problems and prevent potential future health problems, thus improving quality of life. By having your comprehensive oral dental health examination and not neglecting your check-ups every 6 months, you can both protect your health and avoid possible large treatment costs in the long term. Remember, early diagnosis is always the best solution.
Dr. L Murat Mercan Ataköy Medicana Hospital Dental Clinic
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