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A Dental Consultation is a friendly visit with a dentist to check your teeth, gums, and mouth. It is also called a dental exam, dental checkup, or oral health consultation. If this visit is on your to do list, you can book at participating imaging centers on LabFinder and pick a time that fits your day.
You may also hear new patient dental visit or oral health exam. During this visit, the dentist looks for cavities, gum disease, bite problems, and signs of infection. They may suggest X rays if needed to see areas that are hard to view.
Common reasons: routine checkup to keep your smile healthy, tooth or gum pain that needs a look, broken or chipped tooth, sensitive teeth, bad breath that does not go away, or a check before braces, whitening, or other treatments.
You check in, share your ID and insurance, and fill out a short health form. The dentist or hygienist reviews your history and looks in your mouth. They count teeth, check gums, and tap or press if there is pain. X rays may be taken if needed. A quick cleaning may happen if it is part of your visit. Most appointments take about 30 to 60 minutes from arrival to finish.
This exam is usually safe for most people. It does not use radiation unless noted for this test. Tell the team about any implants, devices, or possible pregnancy so they can confirm safety. If X rays are recommended, they will use shields and the lowest dose needed.
Brush and floss: clean gently before your visit. List medications and allergies: bring a simple list for the dentist. Eat light: a small meal and water are fine unless told otherwise. Bring records: past X rays or dental notes if you have them. Follow any instructions from your dentist or the center.
Cavities, gingivitis and periodontitis, tooth infections or abscess, jaw or TMJ pain, cracked or worn teeth, and enamel erosion. Results are always read in context. Your dentist will review what they find along with your symptoms before suggesting next steps.
On LabFinder you can compare locations, see time slots, and book online at participating imaging centers. It is easy to search for a convenient location in your area or by city or ZIP. Coverage varies by plan and provider, so please confirm benefits and any costs with your insurance or the office before your visit.
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The information on this page and throughout the LabFinder website and mobile app is for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to serve as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. For personalized medical advice or specific health concerns, please consult your healthcare provider directly.
Booking a Dental Consultation is easy using LabFinder. Just choose your location and enter your insurance information to find the closest Dental Consultation near you.
To make a same-day appointment for a Dental Consultation, just choose your location and your insurance information to find the closest Dental Consultation location near you. If there's availability for a same-day appointment at a nearby lab location, then you will be able to book it easily through LabFinder.
LabFinder allows you to easily schedule a Dental Consultation. You can search by location and insurance to easily book a Dental Consultation near you.
LabFinder allows you to easily make an appointment for a Dental Consultation online. To make an appointment for a Dental Consultation online, just choose your location and your insurance information to find the closest Dental Consultation near you.
Yes, you can get a Dental Consultation without insurance. LabFinder allows you to search and select "Self-Pay" when booking a Dental Consultation. While pricing for the test may not be immediately available, please check by calling the lab company directly for pricing.
