Soft Tissue and Gums (Periodontal)
- Do your gums bleed and/or are they painful when brushing of flossing?
- Is there a history of gum disease in your family?
- Have you frequently noticed an unpleasant taste in your mouth or bad breath?
- Do you have spaces developing between your teeth and/or consistently get food caught between your teeth?
- Have you ever had teeth become loose and/or do you have difficulty chewing or biting?
Hard Tissue and Teeth (Biomechanical)
- Are your teeth sore on hot/cold/sweet, or when biting, or on touch?
- Do you frequently eat or drink acidic or sweet foods?
- Do you regularly chip/break teeth or fillings?
- Do you have a dry mouth or any persistent swelling or ulcers in the mouth?
Jaw Joint & Bite (Functional)
- Do you have clicking or pain in the jaw joint?
- Do you get a tired jaw or sore teeth in the morning?
- Do you clench or grind your teeth?
- Do you have any gaps in your mouth that bother you?
Cosmetic
- Is there anything about the appearance of your teeth that you would like to change?
- Have your teeth changed in the last 5 years? Become shorter/thinner or worn?
- Have you ever had an upsetting dental experience?
- Do you watch ‘Make-over’ TV programmes and wish that you could have the same result?
- Do you like to smile in public?
Feel free to contact us now on (04) 472 5377 or (04) 472 7826.
