If it has been a long time since you have seen a dentist for a professional dental cleaning, you are not alone. We are all so busy; it can become all too easy for adult and pediatric patients to fall behind in their recommended preventive care schedule.
Unfortunately, skipping professional cleanings can harm your smile—in both appearance and function. Our Toluca Lake dentist office recommends, in accordance with the ADA’s guidelines, that all people come in for an appointment at least every six months.
Why is this schedule so important?
1. Consistent, regularly scheduled assessments
Things may be changing within your smile, without you even noticing it. Many dental health problems, like gum disease, and even oral cancers, progress unnoticeably in their earliest stages. It takes a dental professional to spot these emerging health conditions. When you see our dental team regularly, you give us the chance to identify dental problems before they get serious.
2. Minimize plaque accumulation
Every day plaque is attaching itself to your teeth and oral tissues. Although you do your best to brush and floss this plaque away, you can’t get it all on your own. During your semi-annual dental appointment, our dental team will thoroughly clean your smile, getting rid of built up plaque and tartar. This minimizes your risk of suffering from cavities and gum disease.
3. Make long-term plans for your smile
Regular dental check-ups allow our dental team to plan and execute long-term, multi-phased dental treatments for your smile. Semi-annual appointments allow our dental team collaborate with you, and ensure that we are moving you toward your ideal smile.
If you have fallen behind in your semi-annual cleaning schedule, now is the time to get back on track! Our Toluca Lake dentists are here to provide you with the effective, supportive care that you need to stay well.