The Long Term Benefits of Regular Dental Visits

You are likely aware that it is important to see the dentist regularly, but you might not know exactly why. While professional cleanings can help you look and feel amazing, there are also important oral and physical health benefits to twice-annual dental checkups. Here are some of the long term benefits of regular dental visits.

Although brushing and flossing are the first line of defense for your teeth and gums, only a professional cleaning will completely eliminate stubborn plaque and tartar. If you haven’t been keeping your regular cleaning appointments, you might need scaling and root planing, a special deep cleaning that removes buildup from beneath the gum line.

At each regular appointment, your dentist will also check for emerging issues that could worsen over time. Filling cavities, applying dental sealants, and prescribing fluoride treatments are just a few options to protect you from expensive and painful dental problems down the line. Skipping your regular visits means gambling with your future oral health.

Many oral diseases are simple to treat in their early stages, but are much more dangerous and tougher to treat if allowed to progress, including oral cancer and gum disease. Your dentist will carefully assess your oral tissues for suspicious changes, and develop a treatment plan to fix any problems before they worsen.

Crowns, bridges, fillings, veneers, and other dental restorations gradually wear down over time. At each visit, your dentist will evaluate the condition of your existing dental work. In most cases, we can repair restorations that show signs of wear before they completely fall apart.

Many people overlook the valuable chair time involved with regular dental visits. This is your opportunity to ask questions about the latest oral health trends, get suggestions for teaching your kids to brush regularly, and learn which over-the-counter products best fit your individual oral health needs. You can even find out how cosmetic dentistry could improve your smile. This private time with your dentist and hygienist can help take your smile to the next level.

Today’s world is packed with competing obligations, and it is easy to let regular dental care slide. Yet with so many benefits and zero drawbacks, it only makes sense to carve out the time. Call now to make an appointment, and you can look forward to boosting both your smile and your overall health.

If you are ready to start your dental health journey with a highly skilled and compassionate multi-specialty team, contact Midtown Dental Care Associates today at 212.685.4730 to learn more or schedule your first appointment.