Building Confidence With Dental Beauty

Many people avoid going to the dentist because they believe regular check-ups are unnecessary, especially if they are brushing and flossing regularly. The problem with this is that brushing and flossing simply isn't enough. This is why dental hygienists exist. They are trained to ensure that your teeth are thoroughly cleaned and visiting them twice a year is so important for this reason. Here are four specific reasons why it's so important:

1. Prevent Tartar: Once plaque turns into tartar, it is difficult to remove. When tartar forms on the teeth, it can infect the tooth and cause painful problems. A dental hygienist will remove plaque before it has a chance to form into tartar, so long as you are visiting them twice a year. If your teeth are not cleaned every six months, it gives the plaque enough time to harden. Besides, even if there is already tartar present, a dental hygienist has the right tools to remove it before it infects your teeth. 
2. Avoid Gum Disease: Gum disease is often found in people who have neglected oral care or those who smoke. If you have gum disease, have a family history of gum disease, or have had gum disease in the past, it's even more important that you visit a dental hygienist regularly. A dental hygienist will be able to perform root planing and scaling to rid of the damage that gum disease has done to your gums and teeth. From here, they will be extra careful for look for signs that gum disease may be coming back so that you can properly treat it before it becomes worse. 
3. Screen for Cancer: Oral cancer is a type of cancer that is easily treatable if found early. When you visit a dental hygienist twice a year, you can be sure that they are screening for this. If they find signs, you can receive treatment in the early stages, which often leads to a high success rate of treatment. 
4. You Don't Care for Your Teeth: While you shouldn't rely on your dental hygienist alone to take care of your teeth, some people often skip brushing or flossing. For this reason, it's important to visit a dental hygienist not only to figure out where your trouble areas are, but also to determine what can be fixed. If you have trouble caring for your teeth, your dental hygienist will go over options for you to better care for them. 

When you know these four reasons to visit your dental hygienist twice a year, you can be sure that you understand the importance. Not only will it improve your oral health, but also your overall health, as well.