We get it; your life is busy with all the responsibilities of adulthood, and it can be hard to fit in the time to visit the dentist. After all, going to their office doesn’t sound exactly like the ideal way to spend an hour or two. With that said, going to the dentist regularly is incredibly important and it is key for preventing larger, costlier issues —like needing a root canal — from developing down the road. Along with brushing and flossing vigilantly, going in for checkups and cleanings is one of the best things you can do for your overall oral health. In today’s blog, your Olathe, KS, dentist talks about the importance of regularly visiting your dentist for exams and cleanings.
A Professional Cleaning Keeps Your Mouth Feeling Fresh
Most visits to the dentist begin with a professional cleaning. This is a great time to restart your oral health care routine, as it creates something of a blank slate. Your skilled hygienist removes built-up plaque — which can calcify and turn into tartar — in addition to accumulated food particles and bacteria. Even if you brush thoroughly at home, it is difficult to remove all the plaque that builds up, so you run the risk of tooth decay when you don’t visit the dentist regularly. This can lead to requiring fillings or root canal treatment. Ideally, you should be going in for checkups and cleanings every six months. When you are there, you can also get helpful cleaning tips from your hygienist and dentist. If you haven’t had a brushing and flossing refresher in a while, you might be surprised by other techniques that are more efficient than what you are currently doing.
Follow Up With a Checkup
Once your mouth is feeling particularly fresh and clean, your dentist will thoroughly inspect your teeth and gums. This is to ensure that there are not any current problems or anything developing that you may not notice. With the latest dental technology, your dentist can get a close look at your teeth, gums, and even what’s going on within them. This is invaluable and non-invasive: a great combination when it comes to oral care. You can also take this time to mention any lingering issues that are bothering you. Your dentist can inspect them more closely and keep an eye on them during future visits. During this time, your dentist will also conduct an oral cancer screening to make sure there are no symptoms present. Even if you are young and in good health, you still need to be vigilant about staying on top of oral cancer symptoms as it can affect anyone.
Contact Us to Learn More About Checkups and Cleanings
If it has been over six months since your last dental appointment, we invite you to schedule an appointment today. You can call E-Care Dentistry in Olathe, KS, at 913-210-1701. Find our office at 15010 S Black Bob Road Olathe, KS 66062. We also proudly serve patients from Overland Park, Lenexa, and all surrounding communities.