The Dental Examination and Cleaning:

The dental examination is a complete visual inspection of the oral cavity, x-rays to reveal any unforeseen problems, and an oral cancer screening. Having your teeth cleaned is a preventative procedure that is important to have done at least every 6 months, sometimes more often for some people. It is important that calculus (tartar), which contains bacteria, be removed from the teeth before it causes harm to the surrounding gums and supporting bone.