{"id":64,"date":"2018-01-17T13:10:00","date_gmt":"2018-01-17T13:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.32andu.com\/blog\/?p=64"},"modified":"2020-01-17T13:12:39","modified_gmt":"2020-01-17T13:12:39","slug":"protect-your-smile-save-your-wallet-five-benefits-of-regular-dental","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.32andu.com\/blog\/protect-your-smile-save-your-wallet-five-benefits-of-regular-dental\/","title":{"rendered":"Protect Your Smile, Save Your Wallet; Five Benefits of Regular Dental"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.32andu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/cleaning-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You may not consider postponing or even skipping the\noccasional appointment with your dentist to be a big decision, but the truth is\nthat regularly visiting your dentist will save you more than just your smile.\nAnd while it may seem trivial, avoiding these checkups can set you up for a\nproblem you didn\u2019t bargain, or budget for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Avoiding Bad Dental Habits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Habits like teeth grinding, biting your fingernails, chewing\nice, and brushing too hard can lead to irreversible damage to your oral health.\nDentists can easily spot damage from bad dental habits and help you correct\nthem before they advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">X-Rays<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Professional x-rays of your teeth and jaw bone help your\ndentist diagnose what\u2019s going on below the surface. Without x-ray imaging,\nimpacted teeth, bone decay, cysts, and tumors are impossible to see clearly.\nEspecially with catastrophic diseases that present little to no symptoms but\nprogress rapidly, an up-to-date x-ray may be the only way to preserve your\nhealth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gum Disease<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Commonly known as gingivitis, untreated gum disease is an\ninfection that destroys tissue and breaks down bone. Gingivitis is caused by\nplaque and tartar buildup and can lead to loosening teeth, and in extreme cases\ndeep cleaning, surgery, and the need for medication. Regular cleanings will\nhelp to catch and treat gum gingivitis before it goes too far.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tooth Loss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cavities are nothing to take lightly, but coupled with gum\ndisease, untreated cavities increase the chances of permanent tooth loss.\nTogether, these two periodontal ailments can lead to teeth that are too weak to\nrepair, leaving extraction as the only option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choosing the Right Treatment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Traditional braces or a clear aligner? Oral surgery or just a few fillings?\nWhat works for one patient may not work for another. Your dentist is there to\nprovide a professional opinion to help you weigh the pros and cons and make the\nbest decision possible. Through regular checkups, the dentist becomes familiar\nwith you and learns what is best for your continued good oral health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So remember, keep that appointment and visit your dentist even if you don\u2019t have any signs of a problem.\nBecause while they may sometimes seem inconvenient, regular dental visits will\nsave you time, money, and ultimately, your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thirty Two &amp; You is located at 1328 Broadway in Denison.\nFor more information or to request an appointment,\ncall, or follow the company on Facebook.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You may not consider postponing or even skipping the occasional appointment with your dentist to be a big decision, but the truth is that regularly visiting your dentist will save you more than just your smile. 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