Spring is officially upon us! Have you gone to see the dentist yet? No? That’s okay, but you should schedule an appointment soon! Early detection and prevention are crucial to avoiding uncomfortable, and sometimes very serious, health issues. Keep reading for even more reasons why you should prioritize regular dental check-ups (yes, even with your busy schedule). 

Regular Dental Check-Ups Help You Avoid Problems

In healthcare as a whole, prevention is extremely important. Oftentimes, it’s the only way to avoid discomfort, long-term effects, and (in the most serious cases) death. Here are a few of the most common problems seeing your dentist regularly can help prevent:

Cavities

You most likely remember going to the dentist as a kid. Originally, you might not have been thinking about the possibility of cavities while eating as much candy as you could, but you probably thought about it once you were in the dentist’s chair! 

As an adult you might not be so afraid of cavities, but they’re still extremely possible. In fact, 92% of people between the ages of 18 and 64 have had cavities. Keeping up with your oral hygiene routine and visiting your dentist are just as important in adulthood. 

Gum Disease

Gum disease occurs when plaque is left to its own devices on your teeth. If plaque is not removed through brushing and flossing, it hardens into something called tartar. Once it’s tartar, it takes a professional cleaning to remove it. So even if you think you’re cleaning your teeth thoroughly, there could be tartar buildup you don’t know about. 

Another scary thing about gum disease is that it’s often painless. That means it’s difficult to feel if something’s wrong. Regular dental check-ups ensure that you don’t miss the signs! 

Regular Dental Check-Ups Help With Tooth Sensitivity 

If you suffer from sensitive teeth, seeing your dentist regularly can help! Tooth sensitivity can have a lot of causes, including worn enamel, exposed tooth roots, cavities, or even gum disease. Not only can your dentist prescribe or recommend the best oral products for you: They’re also the only one who can determine what the cause is. Without getting to the root of the problem, you won’t be able to effectively reduce your tooth sensitivity. If you schedule an appointment soon, you might be able to bite into a popsicle by summer! 

Take Charge of Your Oral Health in 2022

Oral hygiene might not be the most exciting form of self-care, but it’s certainly one of the most important. Make sure you’re staying on top of your health by taking preventative measures like regular dental check-ups! It’s the best way to avoid any problems down the line. Contact LeCroy Dental today to schedule an appointment. We look forward to seeing you!