{"id":67,"date":"2017-12-20T13:12:00","date_gmt":"2017-12-20T13:12:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.32andu.com\/blog\/?p=67"},"modified":"2020-01-17T13:15:23","modified_gmt":"2020-01-17T13:15:23","slug":"why-a-visit-to-your-dental-hygienist-is-more-than-just-a-cleaning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.32andu.com\/blog\/why-a-visit-to-your-dental-hygienist-is-more-than-just-a-cleaning\/","title":{"rendered":"Why A Visit To Your Dental Hygienist Is More Than Just A Cleaning"},"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-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The\nroutine dental hygiene appointment is the most undervalued appointment in the\ndental office. Many people either cancel or fail to make an appointment with\ntheir dental hygienist for one of a variety reasons. The most common of these\nis that their teeth feel \u201cfine\u201d at that particular moment. And while you may\nnot currently be experiencing any pain or discomfort, or have noticeable tarter\nor plaque buildup, easily preventable health issues can quickly manifest due to\na lack of care.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Most\npeople see their dentist more regularly than their primary care physician. This\nmeans that a visit to your dental hygienist can play a large role in your\noverall health. Because many health issues often have oral manifestations,\ndental hygienists are specially trained to recognize and identify these issues.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u201cUnless\nyou happen to be a dentist or dental hygienist, there\u2019s no way you can perform\nall of the diagnostic, preventative and educational services that go into a\n\u201croutine\u201d dental exam on your own,\u201d said Dr. Ryan Bygness. \u201cOur team really\ncares about the health of our patients. The time, care, and thoroughness that\nthey give to every patient really shows that.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In\naddition to a thorough cleaning\u2014which includes plaque and tartar removal,\nfluoride application, and polishing\u2014with each patient visit, the hygienists at\nThirty Two &amp; You complete an oral cancer screening that consists of both a\nvisual exam and physical palpitation of the head and neck tissue. This simple\nscreening aids in the early detection of oral cancer.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>During\neach visit, hygienists provide oral hygiene instruction and answer any\nquestions you may have. They also coach parents of younger patients on how to\nmaintain their dental health to avoid issues with gum disease or decay.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The good\nnews is that many dental insurance policies fully cover preventative visits\nsuch as checkups and cleanings. If you are ready to start taking control of\nyour health, call Thirty Two &amp; You Family Dental today to schedule an\nappointment with their hygienists. Discovering a healthy smile and body can be\nthe first step to treating you &#8211; and your smile &#8211; to a long and happy life!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Thirty Two\n&amp; You is located at 1328 Broadway in Denison. For more information or to request an appointment, call, or follow the company on\nFacebook.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The routine dental hygiene appointment is the most undervalued appointment in the dental office. Many people either cancel or fail to make an appointment with their dental hygienist for one of a variety reasons. The most common of these is that their teeth feel \u201cfine\u201d at that particular moment. 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