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Life gets busy, and sometimes we don\u2019t have time to do the things we know we need to do. While sure, its not a huge deal if you miss a trip to the gym once in a while, or you put off that text to your friend for another day, but skipping your semi-annual dental exam and cleaning<\/a> can cause a long list of problems besides dirty teeth. Here\u2019s why no matter how busy life gets you should always make time for the dentist!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Oral Cancer Screenings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you visit your dentist, in addition to your cleaning, part of your exam includes an oral cancer screening. This only takes a few minutes and is completely painless, but it could save your life. Failure to visit the dentist regularly could mean they miss an important change in your oral health, such as the appearance of cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tooth Troubles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes you can just tell something is wrong with your tooth. It can hurt, have a crack, or have a brown spot. These are all telltale signs that you need to see the dentist, stat. But what happens when you can\u2019t see the problem yourself? Often cavities aren\u2019t visible to the untrained eye, and not every tooth infection is painful. Even wisdom teeth can form beneath the gums and become impacted without you ever knowing they\u2019re there. Regular visits to your dentist can help spot these dangers before they get worse, protecting your smile and preventing pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gum Disease<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Did you know that gum disease is one of the most common conditions in the world? In fact, it is estimated that about 90 percent of all adults on earth have some stage of gum disease. Thankfully, gum disease is preventable, and it\u2019s even reversible in its early stages. Unfortunately, however, if not treated it can cause you to lose gum tissue, your teeth, and even portions of your jawbone. Regular dental exams can alert your dentist to any stage of gum disease, so they can help you reverse it before it becomes periodontal disease or treat it before it causes you to lose your teeth!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Healthier, Happier Smile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Finally, a healthy happy smile is your dentist\u2019s number one goal. If you don\u2019t attend your regular cleanings and exams, your teeth could be sporting discoloration due to tartar buildup. Attending your semi-annual appointments allows your dental team to help you put your best teeth forward, so they not only feel great, but they look great too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember, life will probably always be busy, but that doesn’t mean you\u2019re safe to skip out on potentially-lifesaving preventive care. Don\u2019t put your health at risk by avoiding the dentist. Schedule your semi-annual exam and cleaning today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Dr. Rottman<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Travis Rottman<\/a> believes the key to a good dentist-patient relationship is building trust. A highly skilled dentist, he has earned Fellowship status in the Academy of General Dentistry, which is only achieved by 6% of dentists, and he\u2019s always looking to learn more about the field so he can improve his patients\u2019 oral health and well-being through dentistry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To schedule your exam and cleaning with Sachse Family Dentistry at Woodbridge, please visit our website<\/a> or call us today at 972-848-0073.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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