Is It Time to Go to the Dentist? Six Signs That You Should Give Us a Call
It can be difficult to make an appointment to see the dentist if it has been some time since you’ve done so. If you are wondering if it is time to visit the dentist, check out these six signs that you should. Then contact California Dental Group at (800) 407-0161 to schedule your appointment.
- You Have a Toothache
- You Have Noticed Sensitivity to Hot or Cold Foods
- You Miss the Pearly White
- You Have Noticed Your Gums Receding
- You Have a Loose Tooth
- You Don’t Have a Dentist
If your tooth hurts and an over-the-counter pain reliever didn’t get rid of it – or the pain has lasted for more than 48 hours, then you should visit your dentist. If you do not, you can count on the pain just getting worse, and the fix is getting more expensive.
It is almost always a very bad sign for your teeth if they are sensitive to hot or cold teeth. It often means that you have a cavity, though it could be something more serious too. Talk to your dentist to find out how to best treat the cause of your dental sensitivity.
If your teeth used to be much whiter than they are now, then you have good reason to visit the dentist. You might be surprised by how much of a difference a dental cleaning can do, but if you have deeper stains, tooth whitening can make a big difference too.
If you have gums receding, then you likely have gum disease. This is a potentially serious issue that can be treated and reversed easily if it is caught early. However, if you wait months or years to have it treated, it can advance to the point that you begin losing teeth. If your gums are receding, contact your dentist as soon as possible.
Healthy teeth are not loose. If you do have a loose tooth (or teeth), then you should take this as a sign that you need to see your dentist. The longer you wait, the looser it will get – and the more likely it will be to fall out.
If you are reading this thinking, “I would see a dentist if I had one,” then it is time for you to contact California Dental Group at (800) 407-0161. We know that it can be difficult to make that call, but you will need to find a new dentist eventually, and the sooner you do, the better that appointment is going to go. Call us now, and we can provide the comprehensive dental treatment you need.
