Did you know that daily brushing alone isn’t enough to ensure optimal oral health?
Annual visits to the dentist for a checkup and professional dental cleaning are equally important to prevent potential problems and ensure the long-term health of your smile.
The importance of dental checkups
Annual dental checkups allow your dentist to detect—and treat—problems early, before they have a chance to worsen. Cavities, gum infections, or other signs of disease, including oral cancer, can be identified through a thorough examination of your teeth, gums, tongue, and other oral tissues. X-rays of your teeth and jaw may also be taken as a complement to help make a more accurate diagnosis.
During this examination, the dentist will be able to offer you a transparent and personalized treatment plan aimed at preventing future complications, thus avoiding you having to resort to often more complex – and therefore more expensive – care.
The importance of dental cleaning
In addition to the dental examination, professional cleaning is essential to maintain optimal oral health. Even with impeccable oral hygiene at home, plaque and tartar accumulate in hard-to-reach areas, which can cause the appearance of cavities and gum disease.
Regular professional dental cleaning therefore allows you to thoroughly eliminate these deposits, prevent complications and maintain healthy gums as well as fresh breath. This is a key step in preserving both the health of your teeth and your general well-being.
Don’t Skip Your Annual Appointment
With this in mind, you’ll probably recognize the importance of not skipping your annual dental exam and cleaning if you want to maintain good oral health.
Don’t wait for problems to arise: make an appointment now at the Centre dentaire Dr Nathalie Kadoch!
