The Benefits of Maintaining Regular Examinations

Good dental hygiene habits are key to maintaining our healthy smiles, but without regular visits to our Durham, NC, dentist, we may not be doing enough. Without these regular visits, we can fall into the unfortunate pattern where we come into the office only once something has already gone wrong. Regular examinations can prevent many of these complications and in-office cleanings can help keep plaque at bay. Learn more about all the benefits of regular examinations by reaching out to Dr. Theodros Abraha of Abraha Family Dentistry.

Prevention

There are various types of dental conditions, including oral cancers, that can be spotted early during regular examinations. It is recommended that we see our dentist for a thorough checkup at least twice a year. Adhering to this schedule can make sure that if there are concerns, that they are caught and dealt with in time.

One of the best and most common examples is that of treating cavities with dental fillings. The sooner the cavity is encountered and dealt with, the less invasive the necessary treatment, and often, the cheaper. Untreated, a cavity could cause a deep infection that leads to severe pain and that attacks the soft tissue in your tooth. Once this happens only a root canal can save your tooth.

Cleanings

To help avoid cavities in the first place regular in-office cleanings are a key aspect of a complete oral hygiene routine. Cleanings just happen to occur during the same visit as your examination.

All the brushing and flossing that you do daily at home helps to keep plaque from building up on your teeth. Dental cleanings in the office complete this job by removing the hard-to-remove plaque. It's the bacteria that live in plaque that can damage our teeth and gums.

General Dentistry in Durham, NC

Don't put off coming into the office until you absolutely have to, schedule a visit today with Dr. Abraha of Abraha Family Dentistry in Durham, NC, by dialing (919) 294-4234 for our general dentistry services.