Top 5 Reasons Why You Can’t Skip Your Dental Appointment

It’s important to visit your dentist every six months not only to keep your mouth healthy but for your overall health. Here are the top five reasons to visit your dentist:

1) Clean Teeth – We all want a beautiful white smile, but brushing and flossing at home isn’t enough. Visit your dentist every six months to get your teeth professionally cleaned. Your dentist will be able to see if you’re missing places when brushing and flossing, and they’ll give your teeth the deep clean they need.

2) Detecting Tooth Decay – Cavities?! Even if you brush and floss at home, you can still get cavities. Cavities and tooth decay are caused by plaque, which eats away at your tooth enamel. If you have a cavity, your dentist can treat it to prevent more serious issues like pain and infection, so you can avoid a root canal in the future.

3) Gum Disease Prevention – Avoid the “-itis” – A twice yearly visit to the dentist gives your doctor the opportunity to check your gums for inflammation and infection. Plaque affects your gums the same way it affects your teeth – it attacks and damages them. Visit your dentist every six months to prevent gingivitis (gum inflammation) and periodontitis (gum infection) with a professional cleaning.

4) Detecting Oral Cancer – Did you know that oral cancer doesn’t just affect smokers? When you visit your dentist, they’ll screen you for oral cancer which includes examining your gums, mouth, tongue, and lymph nodes for abnormalities. If your dentist detects anything unusual, they’ll refer you to a specialist. While the thought of oral cancer can be scary, it’s much better to visit your dentist and detect abnormalities early.

5) Recommendations for a Healthier Mouth – After your dental exam and cleaning, your dentist will have a better idea of how to make your smile as healthy as possible. This may include things as simple as flossing more often, applying sealant to protect your teeth, or recommending a cavity fill.

Visiting the dentist every six months is the key to maintaining a healthy smile. If it’s been more than six months than your last dental appointment, contact us today!