5 Reasons Why Regular Dental Checkups Are Important
Many of my new patients are people who haven’t been to the dentist in years. Deep down, they understand that going to the dentist is important, but due to financial reasons or other concerns, they have put their dental health on the back burner.
Below are five reasons why visiting the dentist twice a year is important not only for your oral health, but also for your overall health. There are many links between gum disease and other health problems such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and osteoporosis. Therefore, routine dental visits are great ways to help improve your overall health. Don’t neglect your dental visits because they can help with not only these five concerns, but many more.
1.) Catch the little things before they become big problems. There are many reasons why dental checkups are so important. Probably the most important reason, however, is that dental exams allow you to be aware of small problems in your mouth and have the ability to correct them before you need expensive and invasive procedures like a root canal.
2.) Seals have an expected lifespan. Fillings are not permanent structures and often need to be replaced every few years to ensure the health of your tooth. However, with proper hygiene, such as brushing and flossing, you will have fewer cavities. With less decay, your fillings can last longer. At each dental visit, dentists often check the health of your fillings, allowing you to be sure that your teeth are healthy and strong.
3.) Absence of toothache does not mean absence of tooth decay. Just because your teeth don’t hurt doesn’t mean you don’t have cavities. Mild tooth decay does not have many symptoms and can often go unnoticed for a long period of time. by visiting a dentist twice a year, we can detect any problem areas and treat them quickly.
4.) Gingivitis is treatable. During routine checkups, the hygienist and dentist will check for gum disease. If you have gingivitis, it is treatable with proper oral hygiene and dental visits. However, the moment you start putting off this routine, the more likely it is that gingivitis will return or develop into the more problematic periodontal disease.
5.) Dental teams are here to educate. If you need dental guidance 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 such thing as a stupid question when it comes to the health of your teeth.
Again, there are many reasons why you should visit your dentist twice a year. What I’ve listed here are just some of the incentives to make sure your smile is as healthy as possible. Don’t underestimate the importance of these visits, and if you haven’t seen a dentist in a while, call and make an appointment today. Your smile will thank you.
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