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This will be done about once every six months to help make sure there are no problems.
What is a Periodic Exam - D0120
This image will allow a dentist to see your entire mouth and bone structure, sort of an overall view.
What is a Panoramic Radiographic Image D0330?
(also known as a "pan")
This procedure is normally brushed onto the teeth for help preventing cavities. The patient should not eat or drink for one hour afterward.
What is Fluoride- D1206 or D1208?
This anterior tooth is sometimes
called a “Canine”
What is a cuspid?
This is the biting surface of an anterior tooth.
What is the Incisal surface?
This is a specialist procedure for when there is an issue with Gingiva.
What is a Comprehensive Periodontal Exam -D0180?
This type of image is used to see the root of the tooth.
What is a Periapical first radiographic image - D0220?
also known as "pa"
This type of procedure is allowed once per lifetime and may take extra time or equipment. Usually for a patient who had not seen a dentist for several years.
What is Full Mouth Debridement - D4355?
This tooth shows up around age 18 and
does not mean you have learned
everything you need to be successful.
What is a wisdom tooth or third molar?
The surface of a tooth which faces
the tongue.
What is Lingual?
There is only one of these allowed per benefit period for when you need the dentist to focus on a particular problem.
What is a Limited Exam - D0140?
This is sometimes plastic or cardboard that is put into the back of the mouth and patient is then asked to 'Bite'.
What are Bitewings - D0272 or D0274?
most common codes for bitewings
Having this done regularly includes the removal of tartar and plaque build-up, fresher breath and healthy appearance.
What is Prophylaxis D1110 or D1120? "Prophy"
This tooth is in the back of the mouth.
What is a Posterior tooth?
This surface is for grinding food into small pieces and has a broad surface.
What is the Occlusal surface?
This may be performed when a dentist suspects you may be prone to getting cavities.
What is Caries Susceptibility Test - D0425.
When the dentist needs multiple films encompassing the whole mouth.
What is a Full Mouth X Ray - D0210? AKA"FMX" or
D0210 intraoral – comprehensive series of radiographic images
This procedure helps with protecting permanent molars against cavities and is usually for children to age 15.
What are Sealants D1351 or D1352?
These teeth can be seen with a smile and there are 6 upper and 6 lower.
What is Anterior teeth?
The surface of a posterior tooth which faces the cheek
What is the Buccal surface?
This may be performed when a person visits a new dentist or has not seen a dentist in more than 3 years.
What is Comprehensive Oral Evaluation – new or established patient - D0150? Also known as a new patient exam
This type of image is only a benefit if done in conjunction with orthodontics.
What is 2D Oral/Facial Photographic Image -D0350?
Once a patient is known as a periodontal patient, a dentist may recommend this every 3 to 4 months to "maintain" their gum health.
What is Periodontal Maintenance D4910?
This tooth is used for grinding
food into small pieces and has a broad surface.
What is a Molar?
This abbreviation indicates Occlusal and Lingual
surfaces of a tooth
What is OL?