Sciota, Pennsylvania
You look at your calendar or get a notification on your phone, and then you see it: you have an upcoming dental appointment. Already? Maybe you feel like you’re too busy to make it to the dentist. Or perhaps you’re one of the millions of Americans who suffer from anxiety or fear over the prospect of a dental visit. Whatever the reason, skipping a dental appointment is not a good idea. That’s why your Sciota dentists, Dr. Brian Chiusano and Dr. David Miller, compiled this list of five dangers that come with missing your next scheduled dental visit.
5 Reasons not to skip your next appointment
Risk of cavities
Tartar and plaque are the building blocks of tooth decay. They also can be removed from your teeth every time you have a cleaning as part of a regular dental checkup. This lowers your risk of cavities and also leads to fresher breath – a real win-win!
Any problem will linger
The sooner that you detect a problem, the easier it is to resolve. No matter what the area of life, if you identify an issue in its early stages, it means it will take less time and money to fix. Your dentist in Sciota has the training to identify many potential oral issues even before they manifest visual symptoms.
Gum disease
Gum disease affects nearly half of American adults over the age of 30, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Don’t become a statistic! Regular dental visits help lower your risk of gum disease or, if you’re already dealing with this bacterial infection of your gum tissue, you’ll be able to receive treatment more promptly.
Tooth loss
By maintaining a regular schedule of dental appointments, you’re protecting yourself and your smile from potential tooth loss. When you lose a permanent tooth, it creates a hole in your smile, also compromising your ability to eat. Moreover, losing one permanent tooth makes you more susceptible to additional tooth loss.
Pain
Pain is a signal that something is wrong in your body. Without prompt treatment, many dental issues can cause pain–cavities chief among them. Seeing your dentist now and being proactive about your oral health saves you discomfort in the future.
Preventive dental care in Sciota, Pennsylvania
At Quiet Valley Dental, each of our dental checkups includes a thorough oral examination and a professional dental cleaning that completely removes all the tartar and plaque from your teeth. At this appointment, we may take X-rays, to ensure no tooth damage below the gum line and monitor the health of your jawbone.
Are you due for a dental checkup? Good news; Quiet Valley Dental currently is accepting new patients. Take charge of your oral health. Make an appointment today by calling (570) 992-7040 or visiting our website.
