You want to promote the health of your teeth and gums, which is why you brush twice a day and floss daily. However, you may be missing an important component to your dental health. If you are not visiting your dentist in Marlton every six months, you are placing the health of your smile at risk. Although you may not feel that an appointment is necessary until after a problem has developed, this could not be further from the truth. In addition to home oral hygiene, a cleaning and checkup are the best ways to prevent a dental issue altogether. At South Jersey Center for Dental Medicine, Dr. Joseph A. Sandberg provides the complete care you need to foster lifelong dental health.
Do I Really Need to See the Dentist?
All too often, people tend to believe that brushing and flossing are enough to protect your smile, which is one reason only 64% of adults saw their dentist last year. However, the American Dental Association recommends that everyone over the age of two has a preventive appointment twice a year. A regular cleaning and checkup are equally as important as your toothbrush and floss when it comes to avoiding dental problems. As a result, if you are not scheduling your appointment every 6 months, you are increasing the potential for costly and invasive treatments that will be needed in the future.
Why Do I Need a Dental Cleaning?
No matter how well you brush and floss your teeth, there are going to be areas in the mouth that a toothbrush and dental floss cannot reach. When these areas are not cleaned regularly, plaque and tartar begin to accumulate, leading to gum disease and tooth decay. The only way to remove the buildup is with a professional cleaning.
Our dental hygienist will use special tools to thoroughly clean your teeth. Then, we will take the time to discuss your oral hygiene habits to recommend areas of improvement to protect your smile. We may suggest additional procedures, like dental sealants and fluoride treatments, to help ward off tooth decay.
Why Do I Need a Checkup?
Your oral health needs are constantly changing. A regular checkup allows us to monitor these changes to ensure that no issues are developing. Dr. Sandberg will conduct a visual examination of the mouth, throat, and neck to look for any areas of concern. In addition, digital images are taken to view structures that are not visible to the naked eye. This allows us to see potential issues that are occurring below the surface. With a complete insight into your oral health, we will detect areas of concern sooner to provide prompt intervention to prevent the issue from worsening. This helps to reduce costly dental treatments in the future.
Where is a Dentist Near Me?
If it has been more than 6 months since the last time you visited your dentist, Dr. Sandberg is here for you. Contact South Jersey Center for Dental Medicine today to schedule your appointment. We look forward to helping you maintain a healthy smile.