How Often Do You Really Need to Visit Your California Dentist?
If you want a healthy, beautiful smile, you’ve likely wondered: How often is it necessary to go the dentist? At California Dental Group, we are here to provide your entire family with comprehensive dental services. While the answer for how often you need to visit us will vary based on your individual needs, here are some basic tips to help you decide when to visit us. When you’re ready, call us at (800) 407-0161 to make an appointment.
Most people need a dental cleaning twice a year
The average person should visit us for a dental cleaning and exam twice a year. It doesn’t matter if you brush perfectly several times a day and floss daily, you still need a professional cleaning that can get much deeper. That said, while twice a year is the basic suggestion by the American Dental Association, some clients with unique needs may need to visit us more frequently. The best way to know when you need to see us is to come in and ask us!
The importance of the dental exam
As we mentioned above, even if you’re perfect about your dental home care, you still need to come in for a cleaning and exam. Why? Because we’ll look for things like signs of oral cancer, gum disease, or cavities. We can catch symptoms early so that they can be treated before they become serious. If you’re a parent, remember that getting regular dental care sets a good example of your kids.
Other times to visit us
If you have issues between cleanings then you should call California Dental Group right away. For example, if you have pain that appeared suddenly, you have pain while you’re chewing, or your face is swelling, then you should come see is. If you’ve been diagnosed with a health condition, such as diabetes, then you may want to visit us to find out if your medical condition is affecting your dental health.
The right age to begin dental visits
If you’re a parent then you’ve likely wondered at what point you should start bringing your child in to see us. According to the American Dental Association, the answer is that you should bring your child in within six months of them getting their first tooth. Starting your child off with dental exams early in life can help them to have positive associations with the dentist and make it more likely that they’ll stay on track with dental care when they get older.
The bottom line: Oral care is important
While most people can visit California Dental Group twice a year for regular cleanings and exams, others will need to visit us between cleanings for special care. Children should visit us within six months of getting their first tooth. If you have medical conditions or pain in your teeth, then you should give us a call. We hope that provides plenty of information but if you still have questions about when to make an appointment with your dentist, give us a call at (800) 407-0161 and we’ll be happy to help you.
