Many of my new patients are people who have not been to a dentist
in years. Deep down they understand that going to the dentist is
important, but because of financial reasons or other anxieties, they
have put their dental health on the back burner.
Below are five
reason why visiting your dentist twice a year is important not only to
your oral but also your overall health. There are many links between gum
disease and other health problems like heart disease, stroke, diabetes,
and osteoporosis. Therefore, routine dental visits are great ways to
help increase your overall health. Don't neglect your dental visits
because they can help with not only these five concerns but much more.
1.)
Catch the small things before they become big problems. There are many
reasons why dental checkups are so important. However, probably the most
important reason is that dental checkups allow you to be aware of the
small problems in your mouth and have the ability to fix them before you
need expensive and invasive procedures, like a root canal.
2.)
Fillings have a life expectancy. Fillings are not permanent structures,
and often times need to be replaced every few years in order to ensure
the health of your tooth. However, with proper hygiene, like brushing
and flossing, you will have less tooth decay. With less decay, your
fillings may last longer. At every dental visit, dentists often check
the health of your fillings, allowing you to be confident that your
teeth are healthy and strong.
3.) No toothache does not mean no
cavity. Just because your teeth don't hurt, doesn't mean that cavities
are absent. Mild tooth decay doesn't have many symptoms and can often go
undetected for a long period of time. by visiting the dentist twice a
year, we are able to detect all problem areas and treat them quickly.
4.)
Gingivitis is curable. During routine checkups, the hygienist and
dentist will check for gum disease. If you have gingivitis, it is
curable with proper oral hygiene and dental visits. However, the minute
you start slacking on this routine, the more likely the gingivitis will
return or develop into the more problematic, periodontal disease.
5.)
Dental teams are here to educate. If you need dental pointers or other
questions answered, a routine cleaning is the perfect time to ask. Many
dentists build into their missions the importance of patient education.
There is no dumb question when it comes to your dental health.
Again,
there are many reasons why you should visit your dentist twice a year.
What I have listed here are just a few of the incentives to make sure
your smile is healthy as possible. Don't neglect the importance of these
visits, and if you haven't seen a dentist in a while, call and schedule
an appointment today. Your smile will thank you.
Jon Frankel is a private practice dentist in Toledo, Ohio who
specializes in both general and cosmetic dentistry. Visit his website at
http://www.jonfrankeldentistry.com
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