Attending routine dental check-ups ensures the prevention of oral health conditions, such as bleeding gums, tooth stains, tooth decay and decreases the potential for serious oral health problems that are difficult to detect by practicing at-home examinations. Routine dental checks are cost effective and you can avoid paying for expensive major dental work such as extractions, crowns, bridges and emergency services. Just like having a regular tooth brushing routine, you should consider scheduling an appointment with your dentist because its benefits exceed any inconveniences of an emergency appointment.
In this post I will detail the importance of routine dental check ups because the best practice for oral health concerns is prevention. A periodic routine dental check up helps to:
- Prevent Periodontal disease
Plaque, calculus and tartar build up can result in periodontal disease when left untreated over a period of time. Gum disease can be prevented by regularly brushing your teeth however a dental check up is equally important to reduce and prevent plaque formation.
- Prevents tooth decay
With the just ended festive season which had a lot of us snacking on sweets and savory food. A dental check up should be high on the list for the new year, to allow the dentist to pick up on early signs of tooth decay which is as a result of bacteria and sugar from producing an acidic reaction.
- Prevents bad breath
Why wait for a colleague, friend or partner to complain about your halitosis before you seek treatment. At a dental checkup your dentist looks for signs such as bleeding gums, swollen gingiva and calculus which causes bad breath.
- Keep teeth looking great
Looking to maintain your white teeth? A dental check up also has cosmetic benefits. Your dentist can recommend cosmetic treatments and educate you on how to improve your smile.
- Early detection of oral conditions and lesions
After having a thorough dental exam by a dentist, a new dental radiograph is recommended once every year for clients over the age of 18 years. To detect bone loss in the jaw, impacted teeth and any other unseen pathologies.
- Professional oral health tips
Finally, after your dental routine, the dentist will educate you on ways to improve your oral care routine at home to maintain a healthy and beautiful smile between visits. And also all your questions about oral health can be answered.
Schedule a routine dental check-up today
If you have not had a dental check up in 2023 yet, our dental clinic is offering a full month discount on selected oral hygiene procedures for the month of February. Take advantage of this opportunity and visit our clinic today for a complete dental consultation at La Road Dental Clinic.