Dental Caries Risk Assessment & Management
Fewer fillings, starting with knowing your risk.
We measure your personal cavity risk and build a simple plan to keep your teeth healthy, rather than just drilling problems later.
What is dental caries risk assessment & management?
Caries risk assessment looks at the factors that cause cavities in you: saliva, diet, bacteria, medications, past decay and home care. Your risk is rated low, moderate or high, and the plan may include fluoride, sealants, remineralizing products, diet tips and visit frequency. Its main limitation: it only works with consistent home habits.
Who is a candidate?
Often a good fit
- Frequent cavities
- Dry mouth
- Braces or aligners
- New patients
- Children and seniors
Needs extra care or planning
- Medical conditions affecting saliva
When an exam is needed: A full exam, X-rays and a short questionnaire are needed.
Problems it can address
Limitations: It reduces risk but can't guarantee zero cavities.
Benefits and disadvantages
Benefits
- Prevents future fillings
- Personalized plan
- Low cost
- Non-invasive
Disadvantages
- Needs ongoing habits
- May require more frequent visits
The treatment process
- 1
Questionnaire
Diet, health and habits.
- 2
Exam
Teeth, saliva and X-rays.
- 3
Risk rating
Low, moderate or high.
- 4
Plan
Fluoride, sealants, products and tips.
- 5
Reassess
Review at each checkup.
Timeline: Part of your exam; reviewed every visit.
Recovery and aftercare
What to expect
Discomfort: None.
Downtime: None.
Aftercare
- Follow your home-care plan
- Use recommended products
Call us right away if you notice
- New sensitivity
- Visible dark spots
Longevity and outcomes
Ongoing; risk often drops over time.
What affects your result
- Habits
- Diet
- Saliva
Possible complications
- Cavities if habits slip
Cost and payment options
Usually included with your exam. You'll get a written, itemized quote before treatment begins, and we'll check your insurance benefits for you.
What affects the price
- Preventive products
- Extra fluoride visits
Insurance & financing
We accept most PPO plans and offer financing through CareCredit, Sunbit and others.
Comparison with alternatives
Treat cavities as they appear
Reactive and more costly over time.
Clinical case examples
Real, patient-authorized cases for this treatment are being added soon, with diagnosis, reasoning and results.
View our Before & After Gallery →Why choose Neo Dental?
Patient reviews
Read what our patients say, in their own words, on independent review sites.
Frequently asked questions
Why do I keep getting cavities?+
Diet, saliva and bacteria vary; the assessment finds your causes.
Does it cost extra?+
Usually it's part of your exam.
Can cavities be reversed?+
Very early ones often can.
What is high risk?+
Frequent recent cavities, dry mouth or high sugar intake.
How often should I visit?+
High-risk patients often benefit from 3–4 month visits.
Are kids included?+
Yes.
Your care team & booking
Dr. Sol Shahri
General and cosmetic dentist leading every treatment plan at Neo Dental. This page was medically reviewed by Dr. Sol Shahri.
Meet the team →Related treatments
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