Most of us know the basics of taking care of our teeth, such as brushing and flossing our teeth twice a day, and using mouthwash. But it is also recommended that we visit the dental clinic at least twice a year, even if we do our best to practice good oral hygiene. Gone are the days when going to the dentist was a painful experience. At Spilsby Dentist Surgery, they make sure that if they are dealing with procedures that are known to be painful, they numb the affected spot so that all their patients are comfortable as the doctor carries out those procedures. Early detection of problems is one of the advantages of having a dentist check-up on a regular basis.
Although there are people who make sure that they visit the dentist’s office two or even three times a year just to have the doctor examine their teeth, there are others who will only make a dentist appointment when they develop a problem with their teeth and gums. It is best to do frequent visits to the dental clinic even when you think that your teeth and gums are perfectly healthy because that is the only way you can maintain the healthy condition of your mouth.
If you put off going to the dentist until you start having a toothache or some other problems with your teeth, chances are that the problem will already have advanced. For example, by the time your tooth starts to hurt, it probably means that you have had a cavity for a while and that area is now infected. You will most likely get a filling and the doctor will also prescribe some antibiotics, and that is if the cavity is not that advanced. Sometimes the damage can reach the nerves of the tooth and you will require root canal treatment, which does not come cheap.
If you get root canal treatment, the dentist will most likely advise you to also get a dental crown because root canal treatments tend to weaken the teeth. Both the root canal treatment and the dental crown are quite expensive. You will have to go through all this just to save your tooth. If you are unlucky and the tooth cannot be saved, it will be extracted.
All this could have been avoided if you had just made sure that your teeth were examined frequently at Spilsby Dentist Surgery. It is the job of these medical professionals to thoroughly examine your teeth each time you visit them, and to treat problems early before they get worse.
