Regular dental checkups can help you achieve and maintain better oral health. Checkups include an oral exam and thorough teeth cleaning, both of which are beneficial for preventing major oral health problems from developing. Dr. Scott Wingard and Dr. Caleb Morris, the highly skilled dentists at Summerville Dentistry in Augusta, and Evans, GA, can help you enjoy optimal oral health through regular checkups.
Oral Exams and Teeth Cleanings
Oral exams and professional teeth cleanings are two important aspects of a dental checkup. During the oral exam, the dentist carefully examines the entire mouth looking for signs of oral health issues. Regular exams make it possible to identify problems early on before they progress into more serious issues that are more complicated and costly to treat. For example, identifying gum disease in its early stages allows for prompt treatment before it progresses and leads to loss of gum tissue or tooth loss.
Regularly having your teeth cleaned by experienced and trained dental professionals is a highly effective way to ensure better oral health. Some oral health threats cannot be completely eliminated by brushing and flossing alone. Tartar buildup, which is the result of plaque hardening on the teeth, cannot be removed by brushing and flossing. The only way to completely scrape away tartar is through professional cleaning. Dental professionals have the skills and tools needed to remove it.
Benefits of Regular Dental Visits
There are numerous benefits to regularly seeing a dentist at our Augusta, and Evans, GA, dental offices. One potential benefit is better health overall. For instance, poor oral health can increase the risk for other health problems, such as heart disease. Staying on top of oral health with regular dental checkups can reduce your risk for other health problems. Some benefits of regular dental visits include:
- The dentist can screen for oral cancer during the checkup
- Prevention of oral health problems, such as tooth decay and gum disease
- Regular checkups make it easier to diagnose problems during their early stages when treatment is less complicated and costly
- Maintaining optimal oral health can contribute to better overall health
The importance of regular dental checkups cannot be emphasized enough. Regular checkups serve a preventive purpose, help you enjoy better oral health, and can potentially reduce your risk for other health issues that have been linked to poor oral health. To schedule a checkup with Dr. Wingard or Dr. Morris, the caring and experienced dentists at Summerville Dentistry in Augusta, and Evans, GA, call (706) 738-4723 for the Augusta office or (706) 250-2998 for the Evans location.