She will prepare the dental instruments she needs for your routine cleaning. She will use these tools to remove plaque and tartar buildup. Your hygienist may also take X-rays and ask you routine health questions before she begins cleaning your teeth.
During a dental checkup at Rocklin Family Dentist, your hygienist will examine your teeth, gums, throat, tongue, jaws and lips. She is looking for signs of disease, decay and early signs of oral cancer. Here is a list of some of the dental tools she might use during your visit.
After your hygienist has finished cleaning your teeth, she takes notes on any issues or problems she sees with your teeth or other areas in your mouth. This information is given to your dentist. He may ask you if you are experiencing any pain or other problems with your teeth.
He might see a problem that the hygienist pointed out to him. Your dentist wants to get a closer look at your mouth for himself. He asks you to open your mouth and examines your teeth in more detail by using different dental tools.
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Rating 5.0 out of 5 based on 5 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestJoe K
5 years ago
I love this dentist; my whole family goes here also. The Dr. and his staff are great. Highly recommended!
Shelly Bice
6 years ago
Been coming to this office since I was about 10. I feel veey comfortable here and they treat me great. No bad experiences. All good!
Joe K
6 years ago
I love this dentist; my whole family goes here also. The Dr. and his staff are great. Highly recommended!
jim feldman
6 years ago
My wife and I have been going to 5 Star for years. We've been very happy with Dr Titlow and his staff.
Madelyn Martell
6 years ago
Very good and friendly people
Shelly Bice
6 years ago
Been coming to this office since I was about 10. I feel veey comfortable here and they treat me great. No bad experiences. All good!
Madelyn Martell
7 years ago
Very good and friendly people
jim feldman
7 years ago
My wife and I have been going to 5 Star for years. We've been very happy with Dr Titlow and his staff.
Charcolero
8 years ago
Very professional and friendly office. I highly recommend.
Charcolero
9 years ago
Very professional and friendly office. I highly recommend.
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