Comprehensive Dental Exams

Dental exams at Three Rivers Dental handle more than just your teeth. Three Rivers Dental utilizes each visit to perform health screenings as well as the typical tooth exam and cleaning. These checkups have built value for our regular patients and have reduced their risk for drastic and life-altering diseases such as cancer, TMJ disorder, and tumors. 

Rethink the way that you think about oral care through Three Rivers Dental’s comprehensive dental exams. Call Dr. Evon and our staff in Columbia Falls today to schedule an appointment.

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Prevention-Focused Care: Keeping Your Smile Healthy

Our goal is to prevent problems before they start, keeping you out of the dental chair for major treatments. We take the time to truly know our patients, understanding their concerns, goals, and unique dental history. Through advanced diagnostics and personalized prevention plans, we help you maintain a strong, healthy smile with minimized risk for future issues. Schedule your exam today to take a proactive step toward lasting oral health!

Full Oral Health Examinations At Three Rivers Dental

New and returning patients can benefit from these examinations as they see fit. Feel free to let our team in the Flathead Valley know if you are interested in these services!

Modern dental technology allows Dr. Evon to easily spot these predominant issues as a part of regular dental visits. An oral cancer screening includes checking the neck and head—including the lips, tongue, throat, tissues, and gums—for abnormalities or lumps.

In addition to your smile, our office offers services to keep an eye on your general health. Common conditions our office is able to spot are tumors, cysts, infections, and bone loss. In the case of tooth or gum disease, we offer multiple restorative techniques to improve and fortify your smile from damaging dental plaque.

Jaw pain is a common occurrence for many clients. In these cases, Three Rivers Dental offers bite and airway exams to determine the cause of these complications. We also offer tests for TMJ disorder, a complication in which the joint connecting your jaws becomes inflamed.

Our team will need to refer the patient to be diagnosed with sleep apnea, and then we can work with you to resolve the complication. We offer at-home screening and the Lamberg appliance to help in the case of sleep apnea treatment.

What to Expect in an Exam at Three Rivers Dental

At Three Rivers Dental, we take a comprehensive approach to your oral health, starting with a detailed 2-hour first exam to fully assess your dental needs. Your first visit with us is more than just a checkup—it’s the beginning of a trusted relationship focused on your long-term oral health. We dedicate time to fully assess your dental needs, listen to your concerns, and create a customized care plan that works for you.

  • Thorough medical and dental history review to understand your overall health.
  • Full-mouth diagnostic exam using advanced imaging and low-radiation X-rays.
  • Detailed assessment of gums, bone structure, and bite alignment.
  • Airway and TMJ evaluation to check for breathing or jaw function issues.
  • Risk-based treatment planning to proactively address any concerns.

Because this first visit is so comprehensive, cleanings are typically scheduled for a follow-up visit unless time allows.

After your initial consultation, subsequent exams focus on preventing future issues and maintaining your oral health. These visits include:

  • A dental cleaning to remove plaque and tartar buildup.
  • Regular checkups for cavities, gum health, and oral disease.
  • Updated X-rays and screenings as needed to monitor changes over time.
  • Ongoing care adjustments based on your personalized treatment plan.

This thorough, prevention-focused approach ensures your oral health stays on track with minimal future interventions. Schedule your first comprehensive exam today to start your journey to a healthier smile!

Frequently Asked Questions about Dental Exams

Thorough dental exams are one of many ways that we hope to give back to the community we love. To help ease your concerns about dental exams, here are some common questions that we have received about these procedures. 

If you have any other questions, feel free to reach out to our office in the Flathead Valley!

A general dental exam should cause minimal discomfort. Our staff is trained in advanced dental training to maximize patient satisfaction during dental services. If you happen to deal with additional dental anxiety or nervousness, feel free to use our sedation dentistry options to help you feel more at ease.

An industry standard is to meet with the dentist at least twice a year to adequately be able to spot dental infections or decay before it gets worse. Regular dental exams also offer the opportunity to be screened for additional health considerations as needed.

We strive to provide a full range of dental services to treat the needs of our patients. Occasionally, there are times when a dental specialist is best suited to treat a patient’s specific condition. We will work with you to determine which specialist is best suited to treat your dental needs. Then we will work closely with the specialist to ensure the best treatment possible.

Schedule a Dental Exam with Dr. Evon

Invest in your general health and well-being by making your oral health a regular priority. Our highly trained team and extensive services make each visit worth your while. Call Three Rivers Dental in Columbia Falls, MT, to schedule an appointment today.

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