In addition to your home oral hygiene habits, the American Dental Association recommends visiting your dentist at least twice a year for a cleaning and checkup. During your routine visit, your dentist will perform a thorough examination to look for any concerns affecting the hard and soft tissues. Your dentist will check different areas of your mouth depending on the type of exam they are performing. Here’s what you need to know about the differences between a soft tissue VS a hard tissue exam in Houston.