Dental Exams in Towson

If you notice numbness, a strange sore, discoloration, or another suspicious change in your mouth, you should always consult your primary dentist first. Because they have records and images of your dental history, they can evaluate whether your concerns need further investigation.

If your primary dentist thinks a biopsy is necessary, they’ll refer you to a trusted oral surgeon who specializes in diagnostic dental exams. In Towson, the Krupp Center is a leading provider for pathology and diagnostics.

You may feel a sharp pinch as we inject the local anesthetic, but otherwise, you can expect an entirely comfortable experience. The team at the Krupp Center has decades of combined dental experience; we know that dental procedures cause nervousness and anxiety for many people. In addition to local anesthetics, we can also use N2O to help you relax. In some cases, we may include IV sedation in your care plan to keep you comfortable throughout the procedure.

As the anesthesia wears off, you may notice some soreness for several days. We can recommend over-the-counter medications for pain relief, and you may also wish to eat soft foods for a few days until your mouth feels normal again. Depending on the extent of your biopsy, we may prescribe you pain medication to keep you comfortable as your mouth heals. In most cases, patients recover within 1 to 3 days after their biopsy.

No two cases are exactly alike, and the length of your exam or biopsy depends on your unique concerns and condition. On average, you can expect one of our biopsies and diagnostic dental exams in Towson to take an hour or less. Depending on how much tissue we remove during your biopsy and the specific area, you can expect 1 to 3 days of recovery while your mouth heals.

You can typically expect to get the results back from your biopsy about a week after your appointment. At this time, we’ll also start discussing your next steps and options for further treatment.

Our team at the Krupp Center specifically specializes in oral surgery. While we offer a range of procedures for your teeth and provide diagnostic dental exams in Towson, we do not perform general checkups. Most patients come to us based on a referral from their primary dentist. Once referred, we may perform a preliminary exam and biopsy to diagnose your condition and determine the best course of treatment for your unique needs.