General Dentistry in Tampa
Exams, cleanings, x-rays and fillings, the visits that keep the rest of this list short.
Book a free consultationGeneral dentistry is the exam, the cleaning, the X-ray and the filling: the visits that catch a problem while it is still small. Dr. Moradian sees patients in the Tampa area for all of it.
There is a powerful link between your oral health and your overall health. Usually someone with poor oral health also has other health issues as well. When a patient develops infections or diseases in the mouth, like gingivitis or a cavity, it is likely that other areas of the body need attention too.
Digital X-rays show what an exam alone cannot, at much less radiation than the film they replaced, and a cone beam CT scan builds a 3D image of the jaw when implant treatment is being planned. Most of what turns up at a check-up is cheaper and simpler to fix at the point it is found than a year later.
Who it suits
General dentistry is for everyone with teeth, on a schedule set by risk rather than by habit. Depending on your current dental health, your dental history, and risk factors for disease, Dr. Moradian will recommend the frequency of visits.
Sensitivity, a filling that has failed, or a few years away from a dentist are all reasons to come in sooner. When you are conscientious about oral health care, the need for costly dental treatments later is reduced significantly.
Due a check-up
New to the area
Sensitivity
A filling to replace
What happens, step by step
Exam
Dr. Moradian performs a thorough exam of your gums, teeth and general oral health.
Imaging
Digital X-rays are more comfortable for patients and emit much less radiation than typical X-rays, and make it easier to pinpoint potential issues.
Cleaning
The dental hygienists will clean and polish your teeth thoroughly, reaching into the deep crannies that we are not able to reach.
Plan
If there is a potential issue then he will go over your treatment options and help guide you to make the best decision.
General Dentistry questions
How often should I come in?
Depending on your current dental health, your dental history, and risk factors for disease, Dr. Moradian will recommend the frequency of visits.
What is preventative dentistry?
Preventative dentistry is actions to prevent gum disease, excessive wear on tooth enamel, avoiding cavities, and other common dental issues.
Are digital X-rays safe?
Digital X-rays are a bit more comfortable for patients and emit much less radiation than typical X-rays. Being digital, they make it easier for dentists to pinpoint potential issues.
What is a cone beam CT scan for?
A cone beam CT scan shows a 3D image of your jaw's anatomy. This is especially useful when your dentist is planning implant treatment.
Are fillings still silver?
Gone are the days of having to get silver fillings. The tooth filling used today is made from a porcelain or composite resin material that is strong, resilient and natural looking.
General Dentistry across Tampa Bay
Patients travel from 25 towns across Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco. Pick the one nearest you for directions and local questions.
Hillsborough County
Pinellas County
Pasco County
Save a damaged tooth
A tooth that is cracked, decayed or aching can usually be saved. A crown protects a worn or cracked tooth and stops further decay, and a root canal treats it from the inside. Taking it out is the last option, not the first.