Dental Exams
in Phoenix, AZ
A dental exam at Sonoran Dental Arts in Phoenix covers every tooth, your gums, your bite, and X-rays as needed, with findings shown on screen and treatment priced in writing before scheduling. Most patients need one every six months. Hours: Monday through Wednesday 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and Thursday 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Call (602) 861-0505.
Due for a Dental Exam in Phoenix? Dr. Taylor Field checks every tooth, your gums, and your bite, shows you the findings on screen, and prices any treatment in writing before it is scheduled.
Exams and cleanings usually happen in the same morning visit at our 85020 office off SR-51 at Glendale Ave.
What a Dental Exam Covers
A dental exam at Sonoran Dental Arts is Dr. Taylor Field checking every tooth, your gums, your bite, and your existing dental work, with X-rays taken as needed to find what the eye cannot see. Gum pockets are measured and recorded, not guessed. You see everything he sees on the chairside screen, and you leave knowing which findings need treatment now, which can wait, and what each would cost in writing.
Why Exams Catch Problems Cheaply
A cavity found at an exam is a filling. The same cavity found by a toothache a year later is often a root canal and a crown. Gum disease found early is a deep cleaning; found late it is loose teeth. The exam exists to move problems into the cheap column, which is also why most PPO plans cover preventive exams generously.
How Often You Need One
Twice a year for most patients, alongside a cleaning. Patients managing gum disease, heavy tartar, or a mouth full of older dental work are sometimes seen more often, and Dr. Field says which schedule fits you rather than defaulting everyone to the same one.
Your First Exam Here
Plan on about an hour: X-rays as needed, the full exam, the conversation, and usually a cleaning in the same visit. Bring your insurance card if you have one; benefits are verified before your appointment. The office is open Monday through Wednesday 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and Thursday 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
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Common questions
How long does a dental exam take?
About an hour for a first visit including X-rays and usually a cleaning; routine re-exams are shorter.
How much is a dental exam in Phoenix?
Sonoran Dental Arts publishes its fees, and most PPO plans cover preventive exams. We verify your benefits before the visit so you know your number in advance.
Do I need X-rays at every exam?
No. X-rays are taken as needed to find problems the eye cannot see, not on a fixed schedule. Dr. Field explains why before any image is taken.
When can I come in?
Monday through Wednesday 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and Thursday 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Call (602) 861-0505 or book online.
Visit Us in Phoenix
Neighborhoods We Serve Near Phoenix, AZ 85020
Your Local Dentist
Patients visit us from neighborhoods across North Central Phoenix, including Squaw Peak, Biltmore Greens, and Dreamy Draw Homes, thanks to our convenient location near Glendale Ave and 16th Street. We are located near Glendale Avenue and 16th Street in the heart of North Central Phoenix, Sonoran Dental Arts proudly serves a wide range of surrounding communities. Whether you’re in the Biltmore area or tucked near the trails of Piestewa Peak, we’re your trusted neighborhood dental provider. Our patients come from:
- Squaw Peak
- Squaw Peak Foothills
- Biltmore Highlands
- Dreamy Draw Homes
- Canterra at Squaw Peak Condominiums
- Lincoln Vista
- Desierto Sierra
- The Pointe
- Biltmore Vista
- Biltmore Greens
- Biltmore Courts
- Biltmore Colony
- Biltmore Villas
- Arizona Biltmore Estates
- Granada Park
- Lincoln Vistas
- Madison Village
- Estate Monterra
- Rolling Hills Estates
- Tonka Vista
- Hopi Vista
- Patio Del Sol
- Torre Blanca
- Royal Crest Villa
- Ocotillo Manor
- Gatewood Manor
- East Orangewood
- Orangewood Heights
- New NorthTown
- Navea Ventura
- La Mirada Condominiums
- Madison Meadows
- Luci’s at the Orchard Area
- Arizona Sunburst Inn vicinity
- Madison Rose Lane Area
- Bethany Estates
- Piestewa Peak Neighborhood
- The Pointe at Squaw Peak Resort Area
- Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Area
- Sprouts Farmers Market Neighborhood (Glendale & 16th)
If you’re located in or near any of these neighborhoods, Dr. Taylor Field and the Sonoran Dental Arts team are here to provide top-quality, patient-centered dental care close to home. Explore our General Dentistry, Family Dentistry, Kids Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implant Services, Invisalign, and Emergency Dental Care to see how we can serve you.
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