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The Best Routine for a Bright and Healthy Smile

Routine Exams

Regular exams help strengthen the foundation of healthy teeth and gums

Our Offers

A Straightforward Start to Your Care

A comprehensive exam is the first step at Empire Dental. During your first visit, our team performs a full evaluation to ensure personalized care.

After the exam, we schedule your hygiene appointment to align with your treatment needs and insurance.

$799

Limited Time Offer for New Crowns

$59

New Patient?
Schedule an Exam and X-Rays

What Routine Dental Exams Are All About

The Home of Healthy, Confident Smiles

Dental exams are the backbone of preventive oral care. We examine your teeth, gums, and mouth closely to detect early warning signs of dental concerns. Using digital x-rays and detailed visual reviews, we prevent issues from worsening. 

Our goal is long-term oral health and a confident smile.

Benefits of Routine Exams

  • Detect issues before they worsen – Find cavities, gum disease, and concerns early
  • Avoid extensive procedures – Early intervention can limit costly treatments
  • Track oral health patterns – Monitor changes and manage new developments
  • Enhance overall wellness – Oral health affects heart health, diabetes, and more
  • Preserve smile appearance – Keep teeth and gums healthy and attractive

Preserve the Health of Your Smile

A Closer Look at Routine Exams

What to Expect Throughout Your Exam

Each visit is planned to be smooth and stress-free. We review your medical and dental background, complete a gentle cleaning, take low-radiation digital X-rays, and perform a comprehensive dental exam.

Why are regular dental exams vital to oral health?

Avoiding regular dental checkups can lead to bigger dental problems over time. Routine exams identify issues early, help prevent gum disease and tooth loss, support overall health, and maintain a confident smile.

How often should you arrange a dental checkup?

Typically, patients are encouraged to visit every six months. Those with gum disease, frequent cavities, or specific dental issues may need to come in more often. Please reach out if you experience bleeding when brushing or flossing, persistent bad breath, sensitivity to hot, cold, or sweet foods, pain while chewing, or loose teeth.

Upgraded technology designed to improve your exam

By using modern dental tools, we make exams more comfortable and precise, with digital X-rays that lower radiation, intraoral cameras for visibility, and diagnostic systems for early detection.

Book your next appointment with Empire Dental

Our new patient special is a great way to give our dental office a try. Pay only $59* for your first healthy mouth cleaning, exam and digital x-rays.

Patient Stories

Real Patients. Meaningful Results

Take time to explore our before-and-after gallery featuring real patient results
before after

Location

Where Our Office Is

We’re honored to care for smiles across Empire Dental, TX

Empire Dental

Address: 1915 Rogers Road, San Antonio, TX 78251

Hours:

Monday: 8AM – 5PM
Tuesday: 8AM – 5PM
Wednesday: 8AM – 5PM
Thursday: 8AM – 5PM
Closed Friday through Sunday

FAQ

Got Questions About Dental Care? Start Here

Are semiannual dental cleanings worth it?
Yes. Even patients with great oral habits can experience plaque and tartar buildup in places that brushing can’t fully reach.
It’s common for insurance plans to cover two preventive dental visits each year, and we review your coverage beforehand.
Yes. We use low-radiation digital x-rays that are considered safe for patients of all ages.
Absolutely — we monitor gum health, check for oral cancer, assess your bite, and watch for wear or clenching.
Most routine exams and cleanings are completed within 45–60 minutes.