When it comes to maintaining a healthy smile throughout your life, it’s important to visit the dentist for regular dental checkups. For most patients, we recommend you visit us every six months. Not only will you get a thorough cleaning, but you also experience some benefits to your oral health you may not have considered before:
- You stay on top of oral health issues.
During your checkup, we’ll examine your mouth for any underlying health problems that you can’t see with the naked eye. For instance, gum disease is only easy to spot when it’s in the advanced stages. We know just what to look for before it gets to that point and can treat it easily early on.
- Your mind and body health are protected from harmful bacteria
It may not surprise you that your whole body’s health benefits from taking care of your smile, but it’s important to reiterate. Studies have shown there is a direct connection between gum health and heart health. Plus, your mind benefits from good oral health too. People who tend to have poor oral health have an increased risk of declining brain health.
- You can discuss cosmetic improvements
During your checkup, it’s a great time to talk about specific goals you have for your smile. Maybe you want to whiten your teeth or hide imperfections such as uneven or chipped teeth. We can discuss what services are ideal for your needs and make a plan to improve your best feature.
- You can brush up on your at-home oral care routine
If there’s ever a time to improve your at-home hygiene routine, it’s during your checkup. We can show you the ideal way to floss and provide tips on how to get the most out of brushing your teeth.
- You save money in the long run
If you do have gum disease or cavities that require treatment, it’s far more affordable spotting it during a checkup than waiting until it’s a dental emergency.
Need your checkup scheduled? Call Powers Family and Implant Dentistry at 812-645-0620 for an appointment in Lyons, IN.
