The Implementation of Dental Caries Index
Dr. Morgan and I are pleased to announce that we have now started implementing the use of a caries index. The caries index will be a short assessment done quickly before or after a hygiene visit.
The way a caries index works is that is looks at the number of teeth with decay, the number of teeth missing due to decay, the number of teeth with fillings, and the patient's overall oral health habits. This assessment gives us a rating that will aid us in deciding the interval of X-rays we recommend for each patient.
The overall goal is to individualize the X-ray protocol for each patient based on the caries condition in the mouth. This new assessment may help save you time and money while continuing to allow us to offer you the best service we can.
R. Eric Emery, DDS
Morgan A. Emery, DDS
Smile Station Dental
2901 Dougherty Ferry Rd, Suite 400
St. Louis, MO 63122
(314)821-7100
smilestationdental.com
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