What it is
A check-up is the start of everything else. Dr. Palak looks at each tooth, your gums, your bite and the soft tissues of the mouth, then tells you in plain words what she sees: what's healthy, what needs watching, and what needs treatment.
Most problems in the mouth don't hurt until they're advanced. A cavity, early gum disease or a cracked filling is usually quicker, simpler and cheaper to fix when it's found at a check-up rather than when it starts aching.
When you might need it
- It has been more than six months since your last check-up
- You have sensitivity, bleeding gums, bad breath or a sore spot that won't settle
- You're starting braces, planning a pregnancy or about to begin a medical treatment and want your mouth checked first
- You've moved to the area and want a dentist who knows your history
Only an examination can confirm what a symptom means. If any of these sound familiar, book a consultation.
What happens at Tooth & Care
- A short historyYour concerns, past dental work, medicines and any health conditions.
- A careful examinationEach tooth, the gums, the bite, the tongue, cheeks and palate.
- X-rays only if neededTaken when they would change a decision, not as a routine.
- A plain explanationWhat was found, your options, the cost and the number of visits, before anything starts.
How long it takes
Usually 20 to 30 minutes. Many people need a check-up every six months; Dr. Palak will suggest how often based on your teeth and gums.
Afterwards
- Write down the plan you agreed, or ask for it on WhatsApp
- Keep a note of any medicine changes for your next visit
Questions patients ask
How much does a consultation cost?
The consultation fee is Rs. 400 and it is valid for 15 days, so a review visit within that time doesn't need a new consultation fee. Treatment costs depend on what is found and are explained before you agree to anything.
Do I need an X-ray every time?
No. X-rays are taken when they help answer a specific question, such as decay between teeth or the health of a root.
I'm nervous about the dentist. Can we go slowly?
Yes. Tell Dr. Palak at the start. She will explain each step before doing it, and you can ask her to stop at any point.
This page is general information, not a diagnosis. Dr. Palak will advise you after examining your teeth.
