Sometimes, your routine teeth cleaning and checkup can feel inconvenient, especially when you're not having any problems with your teeth. However, when you're not having any issues with your teeth, this is actually the best time to visit your dentist to maintain your excellent oral health.
Prevention is the key to good dental health, and early detection of problems like tooth decay and gum disease saves you time, stress, and money. When you consistently visit your Torrance dentist every six months for preventive teeth cleanings and checkups, we can spot concerns early before they become more costly and problematic.
Here are some other reasons that regular dental checkups and cleanings are so important.
#1 Healthy Mouth, Healthy Body
Did you know your oral health is closely linked to your overall health? Gum disease has been connected with other chronic health concerns, such as:
- Cardiovascular disease
- Diabetes
- Dementia
- High blood pressure
- Stroke
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Complications during pregnancy
We understand that the bacteria causing gum disease and that which causes these other health issues are the same and can travel through the bloodstream. If you suffer from gum disease, you're more likely to suffer from one of these other health concerns, and vice versa.
Protecting your dental health with routine preventive care visits also protects your overall health and well-being.
#2 Reduces Your Risk of Developing Painful Dental Conditions
When you're proactive about your dental health and visit your dentist in Torrance every six months, you help reduce your risk of developing problems. For example, if we detect tooth decay early on, you'll likely be able to treat it with a simple filling. If it goes unnoticed, it progresses further into the tooth, which can develop into a painful tooth infection requiring root canal treatment.
Visiting your dentist helps protect your smile from emergencies. Contact your team at Chan Dental at (310) 791-9991 to schedule your next appointment, or request an appointment online.