{"id":64,"date":"2020-09-23T20:49:00","date_gmt":"2020-09-23T20:49:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.springhettidentistry.com\/blog\/?p=64"},"modified":"2020-10-06T20:49:57","modified_gmt":"2020-10-06T20:49:57","slug":"5-questions-you-should-be-asking-your-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.springhettidentistry.com\/blog\/2020\/09\/23\/5-questions-you-should-be-asking-your-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Questions You Should Be Asking Your Dentist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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You may think of your dental appointments as a time where\nyou have your teeth cleaned and checked for any issues. Even though these are post\nimportant parts of your visit, there is an educational aspect that many\npatients are not taking advantage of. While you are having your dental\nexamination, you are more than welcome to ask questions in order to get the most\nout of your trip. Here are a few things that you could be discussing with your\ndentist in order to enhance your knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How Can I Improve My Oral Health?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you have your dental exam, your dentist will let you\nknow about any problem areas so you can be especially careful about those\nspots. However, asking about specific dental care questions can help you better\nmaintain your oral hygiene. Discussing brushing and flossing technique, dental\ntools, any teeth you have concerns about, and your gums can help to put you on\ntrack to have optimal oral health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Foods Should I Be Weary Of?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you are picking up your weekly groceries, it\u2019s a good\nidea to keep your smile in mind. Some foods and beverages are beneficial while\nothers can cause harm if you have them too often. Ask your dentist about which\nfoods you should stock up on and which ones you should be more careful about.\nThis way, you know which treats you should be leaving for occasions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Can I Enhance My Smile?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Going to the dentist isn\u2019t just about the health of your teeth.\nYour dentist wants you to be happy and confident about your smile in every\nsingle way, including appearances. If you\u2019re insecure about certain aspects of\nyour smile, such as discoloration, your gumline, or unsightly chips, talk to\nyour dentist about possible solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Often Should I Visit the Dentist?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For most patients, it\u2019s ideal to go in for regular\nappointments every six-months or so for a regular checkup or cleaning. However,\neveryone is different, and your dentist may want you to come in for option if\nhe is concerned about anything going on in your mouth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do You Accept My Insurance?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You don\u2019t want to be surprised by a large bill at the end of\nyour visit. Check with your dentist\u2019s team about insurance and financing so you\ndon\u2019t have to worry about breaking the bank. If you don\u2019t have dental insurance,\ncheck to see what their other financing options are. Getting the essential\ndental care, you need shouldn\u2019t mean that you have to stress about money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Next time you visit your dentist for your regular checkup\nand cleaning<\/a>, don\u2019t forget to keep some of these questions in mind. Take\nfull advantage of your appointments so that you can have a better understanding\nabout the wellbeing of your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Dr. Aaron\nSpringhetti<\/a> earned his dental doctorate from the University of Louisville\nSchool of Dentistry and has an extensive amount of advanced training,\nespecially in oral surgery. He\u2019s very involved with the Dawson Academy and has undergone\nits program in Advanced General Dentistry. Dr. Springhetti would be happy to\nanswer any oral health related questions that you have at his practice in\nCarmel, IN. For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit his website<\/a> or call (317)\n875-7645.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

You may think of your dental appointments as a time where you have your teeth cleaned and checked for any issues. Even though these are post important parts of your visit, there is an educational aspect that many patients are not taking advantage of. While you are having your dental examination, you are more than […]<\/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":"\nQuestions for Your Dentist, Carmel | Springhetti Dentistry<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Most of the time, it\u2019s your dentist who does most of the talking. 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