{"id":54,"date":"2020-08-05T16:20:00","date_gmt":"2020-08-05T16:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.springhettidentistry.com\/blog\/?p=54"},"modified":"2020-08-19T16:21:34","modified_gmt":"2020-08-19T16:21:34","slug":"6-reasons-why-you-should-schedule-regular-dental-visits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.springhettidentistry.com\/blog\/2020\/08\/05\/6-reasons-why-you-should-schedule-regular-dental-visits\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Reasons Why You Should Schedule Regular Dental Visits"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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You\u2019ve been told that you should be visiting the dentist\nevery six months, but why is it so important when you aren\u2019t feeling any pain\nand nothing seems to be wrong? No matter what the reasons are that contribute to\nyou skipping your appointments, you should be considering all the risks. If\nfinances are the reason, remember that you may end up paying more in the long\nrun for neglecting your oral health than you will be right now. If you\u2019re discouraged\nbecause of dental anxiety, ask your dentist about sedation dentistry options so\nyou can get the care you need without any worries. Here are six reasons why seeing\nthe dentist regularly is so crucial for your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Removing Plaque and Tartar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Brushing and flossing every day goes a long way when it\ncomes to cleaning plaque and food debris from your teeth. However, even if you\nare a very diligent brusher, you are still going to miss areas in your mouth.\nAs plaque builds up, it will eventually solidify into tartar which is extremely\ndifficult to remove on your own and requires the help of a dental professional.\nWhen you go in for regular\ncleanings<\/a>, your dentist or hygienist removes plaque and tartar buildups in\norder to prevent tooth decay. Having your teeth cleaned is much more affordable\nthan getting a filling, so be sure to book regular cleanings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Checking for Gum Disease<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In addition to tooth decay, plaque and tartar buildups also cause\nperiodontal disease. This is an infection of the tissues that hold your teeth\ninto place. Typically, this is caused by poor oral hygiene, but other factors\ncan also play a role. When you go in for regular appointments, your dentist\nchecks for early signs of gingivitis. Fortunately, when it is caught in its\nearly stages, periodontal disease is often reversible. However, if it progresses\nto late stages of periodontitis, it isn\u2019t uncommon to see teeth loosen or fall\nout entirely. At this point, you will require more appointments that can break\nthe bank. Addressing gum issues early so they can be addressed will save you\ntime, money, and plenty of discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

X-Rays<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You probably remember having your x-ray taken at the dentist\npreviously. This may seem like overkill, but the truth is that your dental team\nis checking for issues that cannot be seen by the naked eye. This includes\nimpacted teeth, jawbone damage, bone decay, swelling, cysts, and even tumors.\nFinding these issues as soon as possible is necessary in order to treat them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oral Cancer Detection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is an extremely serious disease that can be life\nthreatening if left untreated. The good news is that your dentist is trained to\nspot signs of this type of cancer and it is often easily treated when it is\ndiagnosed early on. Visiting your dentist can save your life!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Checking for Other Abnormalities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

During your checkup, your dentist looks for other\nabnormalities that could indicate issues elsewhere in your body. This includes checking\nyour neck, jaw, and lymph nodes for swelling, lumps, or any other\nabnormalities. These could be a sign of a major health issue. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Education<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Part of your dentist\u2019s job is to inform you on different\nways that you can do better when it comes to taking care of your smile. This\nincludes addressing bad habits that could be harming your teeth or just knowing\nhow you can make the most out of your dental hygiene routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now you know that visiting your dentist every six months isn\u2019t\njust about having your teeth polished. There is so much more to every single\nappointment. Ensuring that you are visiting the office regularly not only keeps\nyour smile healthy, but it can save your life!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Aaron\nSpringhetti<\/a> provides high-quality dental care to his patients in Carmel,\nIN. He earned his dental doctorate from the University of Louisville School of\nDentistry and has undergone extensive training in oral surgery. He is also involved\nwith the Dawson Academy, having taken their program in Advanced General Dentistry.\nTo learn more about the importance of regular dental visits or to schedule an\nappointment with Dr. Springhetti, visit his website<\/a> or call\n(317) 875-7645.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

You\u2019ve been told that you should be visiting the dentist every six months, but why is it so important when you aren\u2019t feeling any pain and nothing seems to be wrong? No matter what the reasons are that contribute to you skipping your appointments, you should be considering all the risks. If finances are the […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nImportance of Regular Dental Visits Carmel | Springhetti Dentistry<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"If you don't feel pain, then why do you need to go to the dentist? 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