Here is a list of the most frequently asked questions for dentistry. Please feel free to contact us with any follow up questions, we would love to hear form you and help in anyway possible.
HOW OFTEN SHOULD I GET MY TEETH CLEANED?
- It is recommended by most dental and health organizations that a person should have their teeth cleaned every 6 months. Even if you take excellent care of your teeth and gums at home, you still need to see a dentist regularly. Your dentist can check for problems that you may not see or feel. Many dental problems don’t become visible or cause pain until they are in more advanced stages. Examples include cavities, gum disease and oral cancer. Regular visits allow your dentist to find early signs of disease. Problems can be treated at a manageable stage.
WHY SHOULD I GET ME TEETH CLEANED AND HAVE A CHECK UP?
- To Catch Problems
Many people don’t know that getting a dental check up can help get issues like oral cancer, cavities, and gum disease diagnosed and treated early. Getting a regular check up will help get those problems diagnosed in the early stages. When detected early, these problems stand a better chance of getting treated and solved. But when left untreated, the damage expands, and fixing the problem not only becomes more difficult, but more expensive and dangerous. Early detection is crucial.
- To Save Money
Believe it or not, having dental check ups on the regular can help you to save a lot of money when it comes to dental expenses. Catching a problem in the early stages for oral health equates to much less expensive. A dental problem that has not been caught early enough requires procedures that will cost you far more money in the long run, whereas a simple treatment in the early stages will cost far less.
- To Avoid Complications
Early detection will help you avoid a whole mess of complications that are really going to be a pain. For example, a tooth issue can lead to an abscess which can cause myriad side effects such as swelling, pain, sepsis, or infection of the bone. You may not have symptoms that you notice yourself, which is why it is important to get regular dental checkups. Visit a great dentist Guelph has to offer to see what complications you can avoid by getting a check up.
- To Potentially Save Your Life
Your regular check up is about more than just helping your teeth. They look for signs about your overall health such as cancer and nutritional deficiencies. Going in to your dentist can actually help save your life by detecting other conditions. From abnormal tissue to signs of cancer in the jaw and thyroid, you could save your life by going today.
DO WE EXCEPT HEALTH INSURANCE?
- Yes, we except health insurance plans and will gladly send your claims on your behalf to your insurance provider. We will walk you through the process and help with any questions you may have. We’re able to assist you with payment arrangements – just ask us at the time of your visit.
WHO IS AT HIGH RISK FOR DENTAL PROBLEMS
- People with a high risk of dental disease might need to visit every three or four months, or more. This high-risk group includes:
- Smokers
- Pregnant women
- Diabetics
- People with current gum disease
- People with a weak immune response to bacterial infection
- People who tend to get cavities or build up plaque
WHEN SHOULD I TAKE MY CHILD FOR HIS/HER FIRST CHECK UP?
- Most experts recommend that you take your child to his first dentist appointment within about six months of his first tooth’s arrival, or by the time he turns one. If, however, your toddler’s teeth are obviously discolored — you’ll probably want to take him to the dentist sooner rather than later.
If there is a question you have, but is not listed above please contact us! At Fifth Street Dental we encourage and welcome all inquiries you may have. Our mission is to create an atmosphere of comfort and trust while providing the best dentistry available for the whole family.
