Oral health is more important than it may seem. Actually, The digestion, Contrary to what many people believe, does not begin in the stomach, but in the mouth with chewing and salivation proper food. If we add to this the aesthetic factor and we want to enjoy a nice smile, We should not overlook visits to the Dentist.
Many times, patients only go to it when they have a problem (toothache or bleeding gums, for example), and this is a mistake, since many discomforts and pathologies could be avoided if they are caught in time. But, then, you will wonder when you have to make those visits. Here there are several answers that we will group in two blocks: regular and exceptional visits.
Regular visits to the Dentist
Enjoying a healthy mouth, it is advisable to visit the dentist at least once every 6 months. With proper exploration and examination, the dentist detects any onset of cavities or other conditions. In the case of cavities, diagnosed at the beginning, the treatment would be reduced to a simple filling. If it is not detected in time, involves removal of the part. As you see, the importance of these regular visits, not negligible, as well as the essential daily oral hygiene.
Exceptional visits
These should be done when certain symptoms appear such as, for example:
– Pain. In this case, We advise you to go to the dental clinic as soon as possible. If the cause is an infection, They will prescribe an antibiotic before applying another more direct treatment or intervention.
– Swollen gums. May be due to periodontal disease.
– Redness in the gums. It can be due to periodontal disease as in the previous case.
– Changes in the structure and placement of the teeth.
– Sores and spots.
In any case, the Dentist will advise you.
