Why should I have a basic oral infection screening with each dental hygiene appointment?
The composition of your oral biofilm (the bacteria in your mouth) can change between appointments. Exposure to someone else’s bacteria, illness or stress that weaken your immune system, being overtired or having a poor diet can also weaken your resistance to oral infection. Since the basic screening (BANA) is inexpensive and only takes a few minutes, it is a good precaution to take. This test would immediately disclose whether you have the most aggressive bacteria in your mouth.
