Keeping up with all the health care appointments your family needs throughout the year can feel overwhelming. But with dentistry, it’s easy to schedule out routine visits in advance, set a reminder, and show up at your dentist’s office for your appointment.
How often should you schedule these visits? The American Dental Association recommends that you see your dentist twice a year for preventive exams and cleanings because this interval seems to work well for many people. But the frequency of dental visits should be decided by your dentist and depends on your oral hygiene habits, your risk for oral conditions, and the presence of certain medical conditions.
Preventive Appointments Keep Your Smile Healthy
If your dentist finds you’re at low risk for cavities and gum disease, you may only need one yearly appointment. Others who have ongoing medical conditions may need to see the dentist more than twice a year. Those would include:
- Smokers
- Diabetics
- Pregnant women
- People who are prone to cavities or plaque buildup
It’s also good to remember that your oral health needs can change at any point in your life, and your dentist will adjust your schedule as needed.
Prevention Is Easier Than Complex Dental Care
Even if nothing hurts and you think your teeth are healthy, seeing your dentist at these intervals allows them to check for problems developing without your knowledge. Treating conditions like decay and gum disease when they are still small and manageable can save you time, money, and discomfort in the long term.
Call to Schedule Your Next Exam and Cleaning
If you don’t know how often you should have routine visits with your Bonita Springs dentist, please call Bonita Grande Dental to meet with Dr. Michael Gostigian. He will perform a comprehensive examination, discuss his findings with you, and come up with a routine that takes your unique oral health needs into account.
Call us today to get started!