Dr. Myers performs this evaluation to gather data about your oral health. Checking for dental decay is only a small part of this exam. Dr. Myers will also check for gum disease, oral cancer or lesions of the soft tissues, and the mechanics of your bite. The extent of the exam you receive depends upon your individual needs, for example; if you are a new guest you will receive a much more thorough evaluation than if you had recently been seen by Dr. Myers for your professional dental cleaning. Oral health is connected to total health. Recare visits are important because some diseases or medical conditions have signs that can appear in the mouth. Diabetes, vitamin deficiencies and hormonal irregularities are some examples.