Many people visit the dentist only when a tooth hurts. By that time, a simple cavity may have progressed into a painful root canal requirement.
Why biannual visits save you money and stress
- Early tartar and plaque removal: Even with great brushing habits, plaque hardens into tartar over time, which can only be removed professionally via scaling.
- Catching cavities early: Tiny decay spots cause no symptoms at first. X-rays catch them when they are small and easy to fix with a simple, inexpensive filling.
- Oral cancer screening: Your dentist checks your tongue, throat, and jaw tissues for early abnormalities, potentially saving your life.
Prevention is always cheaper and less painful than cure!
This article is for general information and does not replace a clinical examination. If you have pain, swelling or bleeding, book an appointment so we can look at the tooth.