A recent patient cracked up our entire staff when he stated, “If I had known I’d live this long, I’d have taken better care of my teeth”! He was joking of course, but there was a wee bit of truth there because more frequent preventative dental care would have saved this gentleman some dental discomfort and some cash by avoiding preventable teeth and gum disease.
We are a professional dental care team here in Newport News, VA and recommend that dental cleaning be accomplished routinely at the beginning of the year and at mid-year. This puts you on a scheduled habit and minimizes the chances of missing a vital health care activity. Generally, your insurance pays for two cleanings per year. Why not schedule those cleanings early in the calendar year and midway through the calendar year?
Brushing and flossing are two preventative dental care measures that can help keep you away from having poor dental health. By doing so, you will be able to brush away food debris that when left long enough inside your mouth can lead to bacterial build-up and we all know how detrimental it is to have them in our system, especially in the mouth.
To find out more about preventative dental health and other tips, contact Oyster Point Dentistry.
