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Education
Overall Oral Health
Regular Dental Visits
Why does your dentist want to schedule another appointment with you so soon even if today's oral examination was perfect? Regular dental visits are essential to maintaining healthy teeth and gums. For maximum benefit, a good oral hygiene regimen must be supplemented with an examination at least every 6 months. Depending on the status of your oral health, your dentist may recommend more frequent visits.
Checking your teeth for decay is only a small part of a through oral exam. During each visit, your dentist will also: probe your gums (gingiva) for inflammation, tooth mobility and pockets; examine your mouth for indications of possible cancer, diabetes and vitamin deficiencies; and note any irregularities in your facial structure, bite, saliva and tempormandibular joint (TMJ). Your dentist or hygienist will clean your teeth and encourage you to maintain good oral hygiene. Be sure to follow the special home care instructions provided by your dental professional.
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