Why You Shouldn't Avoid Dental Exams

Your local Kent general and cosmetic dentist in Tunbridge Wells

Since it has been a reputable supplier of general and cosmetic dentistry for more than 44 decades, Tunbridge Wells Dental Centre is your best choice for dental. In order to make every dental consultation stress-free, we go above and beyond to provide a warm, friendly environment. We even offer sedation dentistry for anyone who are anxious or phobic about going to the dentist.

It's crucial to visit your dentist frequently, despite the fact that you could find it a little frightful. In fact, visiting your dentist at least twice a year is advised by the Kent Dental Association. Visiting the dentist once every six months has many wonderful advantages for your oral health. For more information on why you should never skip a dental appointment, keep reading.

Cavity detection earlier

Even if you think you take excellent care of your teeth, it can still be difficult to thoroughly clean all of the surfaces and get into all of the tiny gaps in between dentures. It doesn't take long for a cavity to begin to form. A hole, however, is not the end of the world. The sooner a cavity is found, the quicker it may be filled. Typically, when a cavity first begins to form, there are no obvious symptoms. In contrast, cavities that are not treated can worsen in pain and begin eating away at your tooth, eventually causing sensitivity and discomfort.

Regular dental visits enable your dentist to properly inspect your teeth for cavities, identifying and treating them before they can worsen and become more painful.

Gum disease: Managing and Preventing It

Gingivitis is the stage in which gum disease first appears as it develops. Gingivitis is a condition marked by inflamed, swollen, red, and bleeding gums. It is actually fairly simple to treat. Gingivitis, however, can develop into a more serious condition called periodontitis if left untreated. Gum disease can start to harm teeth and even bone if it is allowed to progress to the periodontitis stage, which may even require surgery to repair.

If you see your dentist every six months, they should be able to spot and treat gum disease when it is still in the gingivitis stage, when recovery is much quicker and less painful. And even better, by visiting the dentist regularly and practicing strict at-home oral hygiene, gum disease can be completely avoided.

Appreciate Whiter Teeth

Despite your best efforts, there's a strong risk that plaque or tartar will still build up between teeth or in difficult-to-reach areas, including the area around permanent retainers attached to teeth following orthodontics. It is easy and straightforward to remove these buildups professionally during routine dental visits. Additionally, there aren't many things that feel as good as freshly cleaned teeth! To provide the utmost clean, other services like fluoride treatments can also be conducted during routine examinations.