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5 Signs You Have a Good Dentist

1. While probing your gums with a thin metal instrument, your dentist calls out numbers to an assistant, who writes them down. He should check and record the depth of pockets between the gums and teeth once a year; up to four millimeters is considered normal.
    
2. He feels and looks at your cheeks, tongue and the roof and floor of your mouth at least once a year. By checking your whole mouth, he will see any signs of cancer or other health problems.
    
3. He takes x-rays of your entire mouth every three or four years to check for cavities and keep tabs on the health of your jawbone and the other structures supporting the teeth.
    
4. He minimizes pain. Advances in tools and pain management mean dental work does not have to hurt.
    
5. He takes the time to explain his findings and recommendations. Additionally, at each visit he or a hygienist should take time to answer any questions about proper care.

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