The majority of us don't visit the dentist on a regular basis. Sometimes due to cost, other times because we are scared and sometimes because we simply don't have the time.

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Without regular visits to the dentist, untreated conditions can likely become bigger problems that are painful and difficult to treat down the road.‌ Letting your dentist regularly inspect your teeth and gums will help to prevent problems. When your dentist checks for cavities and gives you specific instructions to improve your oral hygiene habits, you are less likely to get cavities.

How Often Should You Visit the Dentist

Both adults and children should visit the dentist regularly, at least twice a year. For those with certain medical conditions, your dental team may want to see you more often.

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It is also important to remember that certain types of medication may impact our oral health too, for instance, patients who have ‘dry mouth' caused by medication may be more likely to get tooth decay and will need to visit their dental team more often.

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Why Dental Check Ups Are So Important

The problem we have is that many of us ignore the health of our mouth, especially when we compare it to our overall body health. We allow problems to develop before we actually visit the dentist.

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There are a wide number of issues this creates but the most common issues left unchecked;

• Bleeding Gums 

• Tooth Pain of any kind

• Untreated decay that leads emergency tooth extractions.

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Check Up Costs Are Low

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Browns Road Dental charges only $95 for a routine examination. But if there are untreated problems leading to a an extraction, or other serious treatments, the cost can be in the thousands. 

 

Our Routine examination includes a check of your teeth and gums and also covers basic treatments including scaling, polishing and the application of fluoride varnishes and fissure sealants. You will also receive advice on preventing issues developing and your brushing technique and habits.

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Visiting the dentist should be a regular part of your schedule, just like a proper oral health routine. The benefits of check-ups far outweigh any minor inconveniences booking an appointment might cause!