Spring is a time when most of us try to clean and freshen up our homes, but why not get in the spirit of making sure your mouth is clean, too? At Stonebrook Family Dental, we recommend deep cleaning your smile for spring. Here’s how you can achieve a fresh, healthy smile!
Do you visit the dentist every six months? If you answered no, this article is for you. Dental visits are an important part in maintaining a healthy smile. At your regular checkups, Dr. Kevin Varley and our team will determine the status of your overall health by examining your gums, head, neck, and overall mouth for signs of oral cancer and other abnormalities.
Further, regular dental appointments will help keep plaque and tartar at bay. Plaque and tartar can build up in a short amount of time — especially if you aren’t properly caring for your teeth at home. Oral-B explains that having your teeth cleaned at the dentist will help you maintain oral health at home between visits by removing plaque. If not removed, plaque can harden teeth, irritating gum tissue and could lead to gum disease and other serious issues. Oral-B explains what the examination will look like:
Once your appointment is complete, our team will go over any recommendations that you should consider implementing going forward. If you had any signs of dental health problems, we might recommend that you come back to see us sooner, or have a follow up appointment soon to correct the issue.
Once you’re home, the real work starts to maintain your oral health. You should have a dental hygiene routine that you follow each day. However, the important part is that you are consistent with it. Our team recommends that your at-home routine looks like:
Dental wellness is an important part of your overall health. When you don’t take proper care of your teeth, it can lead to tooth decay, gum disease, and other overall health conditions — like heart disease and diabetes.
Healthline explains that poor dental health can lead to a number of different symptoms, including;
These symptoms can cause costly and painful dental health conditions if not treated early.
Start spring with a clean smile by making an appointment to come see Dr. Varley and our time at Stonebrook Family Dental. Whether you’ve been to the dentist six months ago or it has been years, we are here no matter your current dental health status. When you come to our office, you come family. Our friendly staff is eager to help you with your dental wellness goals. Located conveniently in Aurora, CO we provide family, cosmetic, and implant dentistry in a family-friendly atmosphere. We proudly offer evening and Saturday hours to provide you with dental care at a time that is convenient for you. We’ll see you soon!