Why Should I Get My Teeth Cleaned? —
We’ve all heard the expression, “If it ain’t broke, don’t
fix it.” In some cases, that may be
true, but not when it comes to your oral health. The key to a healthy mouth is to take an
active role in prevention. Having your
teeth cleaned two times a year can keep you on the right track for early
detection of any oral problems and to prevent gum disease.
According to the American Dental Association, gum disease is
the leading cause of tooth loss in adults.
You may think that losing a few teeth here and there isn’t a big deal,
but if you end up needing to replace those missing teeth, it can be
costly. It can also cause problems with
your digestive tract. Molars (back
teeth) are your main chewers and if any of those are missing, that can lead to
poor chewing quality of food, which in turn can lead to digestive
problems. If you aren’t able to chew
your food properly, you end up swallowing larger pieces, and that can be harder
for your body to process. Having gum
disease can also increase your risk of other health problems such as heart
disease and strokes (please refer to our blog article, “Healthy Mouth, Healthy
Body?")
We at Szmanda Dental Center understand that there are
numerous reasons and circumstances as to why people don’t come in to see the
dentist regularly. We would like to make
your visit with us as welcoming and comfortable as we can, whether you may have
financial concerns or anxiety about seeing us.
Catching oral problems early is what will make those issues easier to
deal with. Seeing us every 6 months for
a cleaning and exam may start you on the right track to having a healthy mouth
which will end up saving you money in the long run and will hopefully make you
look forward to your visits with us.
Regular check-ups are essential to your oral health. Prevention and early detection are the key
components to remember when thinking about your teeth and mouth. This will help
to keep gum disease in check, you will be screened for oral cancer (refer to
our blog article, “April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month”), and any problems you
are having will be addressed and caught as soon as possible which will prevent
dental emergencies for you. And, don’t
forget to do your part at home! Brush
your teeth at least two times a day and floss once a day.
When is the last time you had your teeth cleaned and
checked? If it’s been more than 6
months, give Szmanda Dental Center a call to schedule an appointment. We look forward to seeing your smile!
Information provided by Szmanda Dental Center Staff.
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Szmanda Dental Center, S.C. 2012