Open Tuesday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thorough dental exams are the foundation of every healthy smile. Dr. Matthew Collins uses digital x-rays, 3D intraoral scans, and a careful, patient-first approach to check your teeth, gums, and bite. Whether it's your first visit or a routine six-month checkup, we listen, explain every finding in plain language, and build a care plan that fits your life.
Our dental exams are built to catch issues early, when they're easiest and most affordable to treat. Every exam ends the same way: Dr. Collins walks you through each finding in plain language and builds a plan around your goals and budget. Exams work hand in hand with professional dental cleanings and sit at the heart of our family dentistry care.
Dr. Collins checks every tooth and gum line for cavities, cracks, wear, and early signs of gum disease.
Low-radiation dental x-rays reveal decay between teeth, bone loss, and infections you can't see on the surface.
A 3D digital scan gives us a precise view of your teeth, bite, and gum tissue without messy impressions.
We measure gum pocket depth to assess your gum health and catch periodontal disease at its earliest stage.
Every exam includes a screening of your tongue, cheeks, lips, and throat. Early detection saves lives.
We check how your teeth come together and look for signs of grinding, clenching, or jaw strain.
Not every visit calls for the same exam. Here's what to expect depending on why you're coming in.
Your first visit includes a full set of x-rays, a 3D intraoral scan, an oral cancer screening, and a complete review of your dental and medical history. See our new patient visits page for how to prepare. Pairs with a cleaning when appropriate.
For returning patients every six months. A focused exam with checkup x-rays as needed, a periodontal screening, and an oral cancer screening. The most common visit at our practice.
For a specific concern like a toothache, broken tooth, or sensitivity. Dr. Collins zeroes in on the issue at hand and recommends next steps. For urgent problems, our emergency dentist page covers same-day care.
Most dental problems start silently. A small cavity, a hairline crack, or early gum inflammation rarely hurts at first, which is exactly why so many patients only find these problems once they're serious. Routine exams flip that script.
By checking your teeth and gums every six months, Dr. Collins catches issues while treatment is still simple and affordable. A 30-minute exam can save you from a root canal, a dental crown, or an extraction down the road. Pair your exams with steady preventive care and most big problems never get the chance to start. Your overall health benefits too, since untreated gum disease has been linked to heart disease, diabetes, and pregnancy complications.
Two Rivers Dental Group sees exam patients from Springfield and the surrounding Lane County communities. Our office at 1717 Centennial Blvd, Suite #3 is open Tuesday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Call 541-287-7874 to schedule your next checkup.
A routine checkup usually takes about 30 minutes. New patient exams run longer since they include a full set of x-rays, a 3D intraoral scan, and a review of your dental and medical history. We'll tell you what to expect when you book.
Every six months works well for most patients. If you have gum concerns or a history of frequent cavities, Dr. Collins may recommend dental exams more often to stay ahead of problems.
No. A dental exam is one of the gentlest visits in dentistry, mostly looking, measuring, and imaging. If you have sensitive teeth or dental anxiety, let us know and we'll set a pace that keeps you comfortable.
Bring your insurance card, a list of any medications, and your completed new patient forms, which you can download from our patient resources page before visiting our Springfield office. Arriving with forms done means your exam starts on time.
New patient exams and routine checkups are available Tuesday through Friday at our Springfield office. Book online or give us a call.
541-287-7874