Like most things in life, your oral health requires routine maintenance to stay in tip-top shape. Just as you take your car in for scheduled oil changes, you should also visit your dentist for a preventative maintenance appointment twice per year. The main reason to visit your dentist for this type of appointment every 6 months is that it will allow your dentist to identify small problems before they become much bigger. Detecting issues before they spiral out of control can save you money and headaches so read on to learn more about what happens during a preventative maintenance appointment.
A preventative maintenance appointment should be part of your oral health care plan.
What Should I Expect During a Preventative Maintenance Appointment?
Teeth cleaning
One of the most important aspects of a preventative maintenance appointment is the deep cleaning your teeth will receive. While your daily brushing and flossing routine is necessary for keeping up with your oral health, you really need a deep cleaning every 6 months. This is because there are areas of your mouth that are hard to reach where plaque can be building up. Your dentist will also be able to evaluate your current habits and let you know if you are brushing and flossing properly. Your teeth cleaning is also the perfect time to ask any questions you’ve had for your dentist, such as what type of toothbrush is best or whether you are a good candidate for Invisalign or teeth whitening treatment.
Oral health evaluation
In addition to cleaning your teeth, your dentist will also evaluate your overall oral health. They may notice that your gums bled more than during your last visit, indicating that you need to floss more regularly. Or perhaps your teeth are more sensitive than usual: Your dentist would then evaluate possible causes of your increased sensitivity and offer insight and advice into why it may be occurring.
Oral health habits
At the end of all of this, your dentist will discuss your oral health habits and which ones may cause problems in the long run. Whether it be smoking or improper brushing techniques, your dentist will help you understand how to better take care of your teeth.
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