We speak regularly here about the paramount importance of oral health and a genuine commitment to robust oral health practices for everyone in the family. This involves a strong at-home routine involving twice daily brushing and flossing a healthy diet. Every bit as important are regular trips to the dentist for cleaning and oral exams.
Unfortunately, procrastination, busy schedules, and/or dental anxiety often get in the way of attending the routine (at least two per year) appointments that are so vital to healthy teeth and gums.
The Importance of Regular Dental Checkups
Beyond regularly brushing and flossing to remove bacteria-attracting food particles from between your teeth, regular dental checkups are the most important step you can take for your oral health and that of your family.
First, routine checkups provide your dentist with opportunities to assess and monitor the health of your teeth, gums, and jawbone. They also provide a chance to identify minor issues early on and provide preemptive care that can save you time, money, and physical discomfort in the future.
Finally, regular checkups allow your dentist to get to know you and your family, your respective dental care habits, and oral histories. This allows your dentist to provide you with care that’s tailored to your specific needs.
The Importance of Regular Checkups for Children
We all know that children tend to pick up habits and behaviors from their parents. This, unfortunately, can include negative tendencies like struggling to maintain a consistent oral health routine.
Regularly taking your kids to the dentist is a great way to ensure they grow up with strong, properly aligned teeth and healthy gums. Equally important, these visits can help your children develop a commitment to long-term oral health by introducing them to professional dental care and dental care professionals at a young age and in a friendly, caring, and comforting environment.
Taking your children for dental checkups twice yearly ensures that their teeth and gums receive the care they need as they develop while laying the foundation for a lifelong commitment to good oral health practices.
A Caring and Comforting Family Dentist in Corona, CA
If you’re in the Corona, CA area and looking for a friendly and knowledgeable dental care team to ensure that everyone in your family receives top-quality care with an empathetic and human touch, contact dentist Dr. Rakesh Patel and the team at Dental Care of Corona to schedule an appointment!