If you have been avoiding a much-needed
dental checkup because you are afraid of what might be found, call, or click
now. Avoiding the dentist is only going to make things worse, especially if you
already suspect that you are having issues with your teeth and gums.
Skipping your twice-yearly dental checkups is
a bad idea, even if you practice good oral hygiene. You may have only had a
small cavity when you started to feel that twinge of pain after you took a sip
of your morning coffee, but if you left it too long, you may be scheduling an
appointment for root canal therapy. Leaving tooth decay to do its own thing isn’t
the only problem you may be suffering from if you do not see your dentist on a
regular basis.
Without regular cleanings with your dentist
or dental hygienist, plaque may begin to form in between your teeth and gums. Leftover
food can quickly convert to bacteria, which will destroy the enamel on your
teeth. If you do not have your dentist clean your teeth, you may need a more
advanced treatment such as a deep cleaning.
During a deep cleaning your dentist will use
special instruments for Root Scaling and Planing to scrape and smooth the roots
of your teeth tooth to get rid of plaque and tartar. Tartar is that hard
substance caused by food particles and plaque that only a dentist can remove.
Your twice-yearly dental checkup should also
include an oral cancer screening. Early detection is the key when it comes to
throat, mouth, and lip and tongue cancer. Ask your dentist if a velscope is
used to detect cancers that are invisible to the naked eye.
Keep your mouth
healthy and schedule a thorough dental checkup with your dentist today. Waiting
until something really hurts is painful for both your tooth and your wallet.
