What does a dentist do during a checkup examination?

Examines your teeth and mouth and checks for problems.

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  1. Only counts your teeth
  2. Examines your teeth and mouth and checks for problems ✔
  3. Only gives you candy

Why: A checkup includes examining the mouth and teeth and looking for problems.

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A checkup keeps your smile in check.
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Answer: Examines your teeth and mouth and checks for problems. A checkup includes examining the mouth and teeth and looking for problems.

  1. Scouting America: Dentistry www.scouting.org/merit-badges/dentistry
    tell your counselor what the dentist does during a checkup examination
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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