Don't brush off regular checkups to Dr. Marcus! Regular dental checkups are essential to maintaining good oral health. We encourage regular checkups at least every six months. Seeing Dr. Marcus twice a year is recommended because he can:

• Check for problems that you might not see or feel
• Find early signs of decay
• Treat oral health problems early, while they are still manageable

Regular checkups include a thorough cleaning, polishing, and an oral exam by Dr. Marcus. During the oral exam, the doctor checks the health of your mouth, teeth, gums, cheeks, and tongue. At each visit, Dr. Marcus also checks old fillings and restorations because constant pressure from chewing, grinding, or clenching can cause them to wear away, chip, or crack.

Your First Visit

Your first visit to Dr. Marcus typically includes an x-ray that allows him to view the structure of the jaw, the position of any teeth that have not yet erupted, malformed roots, and tooth decay.

The initial visit also involves getting your medical history. When you share your medical history with Dr. Marcus, be sure to provide complete, up-to-date information on your health. Also tell Dr. Marcus the names, doses, and frequency of any medications you are taking — whether prescription or over-the-counter products — and the name of your physician. Inform him of any changes in your health or medications. It is also important to bring up any fears you may have about dental treatment.

The information collected in your first visit will help Dr. Marcus select the safest and most effective method of treatment for you.