11 Feb Reasons to See Your Dentist Before Your Next Scheduled Checkup
There are a few reasons to see your dentist at Silver Creek Family Dental. Yes, one is to have a routine checkup and cleaning. Remember that dental cleanings and checkups are as much a part of quality mouth health as brushing twice daily and flossing once. During a checkup, your dentist will be able to determine any minor problem areas before they become major ones (Gingivitis, for example, is a sign of gum disease, and it is much easier to treat early, before it progresses). And your dentist can treat these conditions. But there are a number of reasons to get into your dentist’s office before that next scheduled checkup. Here’s a few of the most common…
Pain. Pain in your mouth, neck, or face could be caused by any number of reasons. Right now, in cold and flu season, pain in your teeth or around your jawline could be a sign of a sinus infection—not always, but it’s a possibility. But any pain directly in the areas of your gum line and teeth should be immediately checked out by your dentist.
Pregnancy can sometimes exacerbate certain dental conditions such as gum disease. If you are pregnant, make sure to stick to your regular dental routine, and check in with your dentist in case certain conditions have evolved.
If you have difficulty chewing or swallowing it could be a sign of a serious dental condition. Difficulty chewing, or pain directly in a tooth, is a symptom that should not be ignored. If you experience any pain while chewing make sure to see your dentist immediately.
There are a number of reasons to see your dentist regularly, and the most important thing to remember is that most dental conditions will not simply go away without some intervention. Your dentist at Silver Creek Family Dental can determine and treat dental problems before they become major. If you have any questions, or you would like to schedule your next dental appointment, then call Silver Creek Family Dental today.
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