It is important to establish a healthy relationship with the dentist from an early age so that you and your family can enjoy good dental health. Regular visits to the dentist and hygienist for preventive dental treatment and any restorative dental treatment where necessary can help you maintain healthy teeth and gums. It can also ensure that any dental issues are identified as soon as possible and treated quickly and successfully before causing further complications. Dentists recommend that you visit your Coorparoo family dental practice at least once every six months for a thorough examination of your teeth and gums to help enjoy optimal oral health.
Children’s dental health
Children are prone to cavities and tooth decay, therefore, it is important to make sure that they undergo regular examinations with the dentist to help maintain a healthy and happy smile from an early age. Cavities and tooth decay occur due to poor oral hygiene which results in the build-up of plaque and tartar, so it is important that you supervise your children when they are brushing their teeth. These issues also occur due to an increased consumption of sweets and fizzy drinks in children’s diets which result in increased bacteria in the mouth which secrete acids that damage the enamel of the teeth causing cavities and tooth decay.
By visiting your family dental practice, you can make sure that any plaque or tartar building up on the surface of your child’s teeth is removed, before it can cause further complications. Your dentist will be able to identify any signs of decay before it becomes complicated or causes damage to surrounding healthy teeth. Your dentist will also be able to advise on how to maintain good dental hygiene for all the family, making sure the appointments are a comfortable and enjoyable experience for your child. Visiting the dentist regularly from a young age also helps prevent the development of dental anxiety and dental phobia in the future.
Tooth decay and gum disease in adults
Cavities and tooth decay can also occur in adults. Again, this occurs as a result of poor oral hygiene, build-up of plaque and tartar on teeth and certain foods which lead to increased bacteria in the mouth. The bacteria feed off lingering food particles resulting in the secretion of acids which damage the enamel of your teeth. This causes cavities or small holes in the surface of your teeth eventually resulting in tooth decay which, if left untreated, can cause irreversible damage to your tooth and even tooth loss.
By making sure you undergo regular appointments at your dental practice alongside the rest of your family, you can prevent cavities and tooth decay from forming, as your dentist will be able to identify any signs of cavities from the outset so that they can be treated quickly and successfully before resulting in tooth decay or other complications. Gum disease is also common in adults and regular appointments at your family dental practice will help in the prevention of gum disease or the treatment of gum disease, before it can cause irreversible damage and further complications.
Book an appointment for all your family at your family dental practice today and maintain happy healthy smiles for life.
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