Professional dental cleanings are not just for keeping your teeth white. Along with good oral hygiene practices, professional cleaning plays an important role in maintaining good overall health. Poor oral health can contribute to serious medical problems including cardiovascular disease, stroke, and diabetes.
While daily flossing and brushing your teeth is vital to the health of your teeth and gums, regular professional dental cleanings are an important and vital component of overall oral health. Some of the ways in which regular dental appointments improve dental health and add to your confidence in your smile include the following:
#1: Aesthetics
Your dental hygienist will remove plaque, tartar, calculus, and work on removing stains that can discolor your teeth. As plaque and tartar build-up on your teeth, your smile will be negatively affected. This build-up will make your teeth more susceptible to staining and darkening of the teeth.
#2: Better oral health
Regular cleanings will help prevent gum disease, which can lead to tooth loss. In addition, your dentist can check for infection, decay, and signs of oral cancer. Like most types of cancer, oral cancer is more treatable if detected early. Our dental team will check for other signs of problems like cavities, and broken teeth or fillings. Again, early intervention can go a long way to reducing the chances of bigger problems later.
#3: Freshened breath
If you struggle with persistent bad breath, professional tooth care is one of the best ways to correct this. Routine cleanings are a great way to keep your mouth healthy and odor-free, helping minimize the bacteria that cause bad breath.
#4: Overall health
There is growing evidence of a strong association of good oral health and overall health. Bacteria and inflammation that is associated with oral conditions such as periodontal disease is linked to multiple other conditions such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Keeping your teeth cleaned professionally can help prevent gum disease, and contribute to your good health.
You only get one smile – taking care of it is important. Don’t wait until you have a problem to get your teeth checked out. Preventative maintenance is always better than emergency dental care! Using fluoride toothpaste to brush, and flossing daily will go a long way to promote healthy teeth and better dental hygiene.
Our dental team at Creekside Dental is passionate about good oral health and we are there to support your specific dental needs. Issues with your mouth, teeth, and gums can develop quickly, so don’t delay in scheduling your routine dental checkup.
