Proper dental
care is a vital part of keeping your teeth healthy. In addition to regular
brushing and flossing at home, it is important to visit your dentist regularly
to get professional cleanings. Because the month of October is National Dental
Hygiene Month, here are five reasons why regular dental cleanings are so essential.
1. Reduce plaque and cavities –
No matter who you are, you have
some plaque on your teeth. Plaque is a white film that forms on your enamel and
at the gum lines. If it is not removed, it can start to eat away at the tooth
enamel and eventually cause decay. Regular brushing and flossing are an
important part of removing plaque, however, dental cleanings are the only way
to get into hard to reach areas.
2. Prevent tooth loss –
If plaque buildup is left unchecked it
can lead to gum disease. This is a
serious issue that, if not treated properly, can cause tooth decay. As gum
disease progresses, it moves further into the gums and tooth surface. This can
cause the bones around the tooth to weaken and teeth to loosen and eventually
fall out.
3. Remove stains –
Soft drinks, coffee, tobacco and just
normal use can cause stains on your tooth enamel. A professional cleaning can
help remove these built up stains and leave your teeth brighter, for a pearly
white smile.
4. Freshen Breath –
Even if you brush and floss on a regular
basis you might still suffer from dental related halitosis. A thorough dental cleaning is the best way to
keep your teeth healthy and your breath fresh.
5. A healthier you –
Studies
have shown that, in addition to gum disease, poor oral health can
lead to a host of other health conditions including mouth cancer, heart
disease, diabetes, mothers having low birth weight babies and even lung
disease. Regular dental checkups and cleanings allow for early detection and
even prevention of many of these serious conditions.
Getting proper dental care means working with a dental health
professional who you trust to provide the best possible treatment. Walton
Dental Health
has been serving
patients in Sioux City, Iowa and the surrounding communities since 1993. Our
compassionate staff works hard to help patients feel comfortable throughout
their dental treatments. Their goal is to provide each patient with
personalized and compassionate dentistry. Contact
them to schedule your appointment,
today.