We know that visiting the dentist isn’t something you look forward to all year long with baited breathe and barely concealed anticipation. We know it’s not the most fun experience or the most convenient. But we do know this: its one of the most important things you do each year.
Even if you’re not dealing with serious pain or pressing dental issues, you should still visit your dentist consistently. This is because your dentist can spot oral health problems before you start to notice or feel the effects. They can then take care of it more easily than if the problem was allowed to grow. You save yourself from more painful or drastic procedures and the related costs if you come in regularly to make sure everything is up to par.
You can also benefit from the wisdom of your dental hygiene team. They can provide feedback on your dental hygiene habits and give you advice on how to take even better care of your teeth. With repeated visits, your dentist can get to know you and provide personalized help for maximum benefits. It never hurts to have a good relationship with your dentist.
But consistent dental visits alone can’t keep you healthy. Its important that you keep up your hygiene habits between visits. Dental check ups should be more like checkpoints along your upward path to a bright smile rather than airlifts from where you’ve fallen behind.
It is recommended that you go in for a routine check up at least once a year, but each individual has different needs. You can discuss with your dentist what plan is best for you.
