The Importance of Regular Dental Appointments

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How often do you go to the dentist? Chances are, as a child, you will have frequently visited the dentist, and as an adult for many people, these visits become not so frequent. Does this sound familiar to you? With over a third of Brits admitting to having some level of fear of the dentist’s chair, it is only natural you will want to avoid a place that fills you with anxiety. However, preventative dental care can help you avoid the pain and discomfort associated with common dental problems and be more cost-effective if you pay for your treatments.

Even if you think you might not need to visit the dentist regularly – experts suggest six-monthly checkups, chances are you do. Your mouth can provide some vital information about your overall health and help you make sure you are as healthy as you need to be.

Reduces Heart Complications

Did you know neglecting to go to the dentist increases the risk of heart problems? Gingivitis is more likely to occur if you neglect your dental hygiene for an extended period. This issue will progress to periodontitis if you do not seek treatment for it immediately. Furthermore, this type of gum disease has an increased risk of heart disease. This is since poor oral health increases the likelihood of a bacterial infection entering the circulation and spreading to the heart valves. Your dental care provider, such as Whites Dental Care, can advise you on the best course of action as far as gum disease is concerned.

Reduce Risk of Cancer and Dementia

By maintaining good oral health, we can lower our risk of developing some malignancies, particularly in women and certain forms of dementia.

Dentist St Helens advised me that those who have a history of gum disease are 14 per cent more likely to develop cancer. According to new research that looked at data from 65,000 post-menopausal women between the ages of 54 and 86. One in every three of these women acquired breast cancer. There was also a significantly higher incidence of lung cancer, oesophageal cancer, gallbladder cancer, and skin cancer.

It has also been found that those who have healthy gums are 70 per cent less likely to get Alzheimer’s disease than people who have had gum disease for an extended time.

Improved Confidence

Gum disease and tooth decay are both associated with bad breath, which is both uncomfortable and undesired. Gum disease and tooth decay are related to bad breath, which is generally caused by plaque buildup.

Stained teeth are another fairly prevalent ailment that can harm your confidence and how you feel about yourself. Tooth staining is a natural occurrence that occurs due to normal wear and tear, such as that caused by smoking or drinking a lot of tea, coffee, or red wine.

In most circumstances, regular cleaning should be sufficient to prevent surface staining; however, more resistant strains may necessitate the assistance of a dental professional in some cases.

Alternatively, as our bone structure changes as we age, it might be that your teeth move out of alignment. This can cause an increase in the common dental concerns mentioned above and require the use of braces to rectify any issues and help you to perfect your smile once more.