SUGGESTED FREQUENCY OF DENTAL VISITS

it’s been a while since your last checkup and cleaning, you may have forgotten when you were supposed to schedule your next visit for. You also may have a situation that is more pressing, and that should be addressed immediately. That’s why it’s important to understand how often—and when—you should go to the dentist winston salem north carolina.

Checkups and Cleanings

Regular cleanings and checkups are a fundamental aspect of oral healthcare. It’s extremely important to visit your dentist every six months for a general cleaning and checkup. When you visit your dentist for a cleaning, they will remove any plaque, tartar and debris. They will also check your teeth, gums, tongue, cheeks and even jawbone for a variety of different ailments, including:

  • Gum Disease
  • Tooth Decay
  • Jaw Bone Loss
  • Cancer
  • Root Pulp Infection
  • Cavities
  • Other Oral Health Problems

Make sure you visit your dentist every six months. Do not miss a visit!

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Cosmetic Services

Cosmetic dentistry is the field of dentistry that focuses on cosmetic procedures. While a lot of these services also have practical purposes, not all of them do. For services that are purely cosmetic, you can set an appointment with your dentist at your leisure. For cosmetic issues that are harmful to your oral health, though, you’ll want to set an appointment as soon as possible.

Some of these issues include:

  • Cracked Teeth
  • Chipped Teeth
  • Missing Teeth
  • Teeth Crowding

While having something like a missing tooth may seem like a purely cosmetic issue on the surface, in reality it can lead to a whole host of health issues—including tooth migration, disease, infection and more. If you are in need of practical cosmetic services, don’t wait. Set an appointment with your dentist immediately.

Emergency Services

Just like with other aspects of health, dental emergencies happen. If you have a dental emergency, you’ll want to make sure to visit an emergency dentist as soon as you can. Often, emergency dentists are able to see you within 24 hours. While some problems with your mouth may only require an appointment to be scheduled in the near future, other issues can cause severe damage if left untreated—and can lead to everything from infection to the loss of teeth! If you have an emergency, call an emergency dental office and schedule an appointment for some time in the next 24 hours. It can mean the difference between saving your teeth and losing them.

Don’t Wait

Every six months you need to visit your dentist for a cleaning and checkup. This will ensure your ongoing oral health, and will help to prevent bacteria from causing decay and infections. If your teeth, jawbone, gums or any other part of your mouth are damaged, though, set an appointment with a dentist as soon as possible. If you have a dental emergency, set an appointment for the same day or next day.

Take care of your oral health, and don’t wait until you are about to lose your teeth to see a dentist.

Drs. Leal, Spangler & Johnson are Winston-Salem's choice for general and cosmetic dental services. Contact us today to schedule an appointment for consultation or service.

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