{"id":520,"date":"2019-08-03T11:03:46","date_gmt":"2019-08-03T11:03:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.longfamilydental.com\/blog\/?p=520"},"modified":"2025-02-20T14:33:46","modified_gmt":"2025-02-20T14:33:46","slug":"dentist-5-reasons-to-schedule-a-checkup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.longfamilydental.com\/blog\/2019\/08\/03\/dentist-5-reasons-to-schedule-a-checkup\/","title":{"rendered":"Need 5 Good Reasons To Schedule Regular Checkups With a Dentist?"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Dentist<\/a>People are busier than ever these days and only want to spend their limited time on the things that really matter. But while you may not think of seeing a dentist for routine care as something important, the truth is that checkups and cleanings are essential for your well-being. Not to mention that the more consistent you are with these visits, the less major dental work you\u2019ll need in the long-term. In this blog, you\u2019ll learn about the 5 best reasons to get bi-annual checkups and how they help you maintain a healthy smile for life!<\/p>\n

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1. Cavities Are Found Early<\/h2>\n

Chance are that you won\u2019t feel a cavity until it\u2019s done a fair amount of damage to your tooth. If you\u2019re getting checkups every 6 months (which include X-rays once a year), a dentist can find cavities before they cause pain, when they can be treated with a small, inexpensive filling (instead of more extensive procedures like a dental crown, root canal, etc.)<\/p>\n

2. You\u2019ll Get Regular Oral Cancer Screenings<\/h2>\n

Oral cancer has been on the rise, and around 50,000 new cases are diagnosed each year. With early detection, however, treatment is very effective and survival rates are high. Fortunately, simple, non-invasive oral cancer screenings are automatically done at your dental checkups, so it couldn\u2019t be easier.<\/p>\n

3. Cleanings Remove the Tartar You Can\u2019t Remove at Home<\/h2>\n

Even if your brushing and flossing habits are perfect, you simply can\u2019t remove all the plaque and tartar deposits from your teeth, particularly from under your gumline. With a professional cleaning every 6 months, your teeth and gums will stay much cleaner and you\u2019ll minimize bad breath, cavities, and gingivitis. Plus, your smile will look better, too.<\/p>\n

4. You\u2019ll Prevent or Manage Gum Disease<\/h2>\n

Think that cavities are the main cause of tooth loss? Think again! It\u2019s actually gum disease. This condition affects an estimated 50% of the adult population and destroys the gums and underlying bone that support your teeth and keep them in place. In advanced cases, the teeth can become loose and fall out.<\/p>\n

Equally as serious, there have been countless studies showing that gum disease increases the risk of:<\/p>\n