Most men and women visit the dentist about once each year. As many as forty percent of Americans see their dentist less often. Some go as long as five years between visits.
Most dentists recommend a visit at least every six months.
Here are six good reasons to visit your dentist more frequently.
1. Oral Cancer Detection
That’s right: cancer detection. Not many men and women think about the risk of getting cancer in their mouth or throat. Patients with oral cancer have a far better prognosis when it’s detected early. Note that tobacco users have a considerably higher risk of developing oral cancer.
2. Cavity Damage
Unfortunately, almost everyone gets cavities. If cavities are caught when they are tiny, they aren’t difficult (or pricey) to repair.
The problem comes when they aren’t discovered early and the damage requires a serious fix. Cavities are one of the reasons many people avoid the dentist. Getting a tooth filled used to be painful. Not anymore.
People who visit the dentist commonly have fewer cavities. Catching cavities early offers tremendous advantages.
Visiting Advanced Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry can help you restrict cavities altogether—as long as you practice proper dental hygiene.
3. Gum Disease, Gingivitis, or Periodontitis
Gum health is a part of overall dental health. Your dentist can help you track the state of your gums and prescribe ways to prevent or reverse gum disease.
4. Bad Habits
Bad habits can hurt your oral health. Smoking, poor diet, biting nails, and clenching teeth are among the more common.
Frequent visits to Advanced Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry can help you track any potential harm you may be causing with bad habits. Your dentist can help you discover harmful habits and advise you on lifestyle changes and treatments.
Don’t let bad habits get in the way of your oral health. It helps to have an experienced professional to help you manage habits so they don’t become destructive.
5. Deeper Problems
The things we have discussed so far involve oral examination. However, can look deeper with X-rays.
X-ray technology has come a long way. It allows your dentist to detect potential problems before they become visible. Many of the problems can be fixed before damage occurs.
6. More Than Just Teeth
The professionals at Advanced Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry are concerned about more than your teeth. We care about your overall physical health.
Dentists are trained in the anatomy around your mouth. That includes your neck, throat, lymph nodes, and head. Dentists know a lot about these areas and look for signs of trouble.
A semiannual dental visit can help you maintain a healthy mouth and a positive outlook on life.
See you soon!
Contact Advanced Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry:
206-381-3055
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
901 Boren Ave #1940, Seattle, WA 98104
