Having regular dental checkups is a key element to maintaining your highest level of oral health and well-being. And our
local Wallingford dental office goes the distance to make sure that your exams are thorough. Of course, that means doing a physical and visual inspection of your teeth and taking x-rays to see what's going on inside them. But it also includes doing a periodontal exam because your gums are just as important as your teeth. If you have gums that are not healthy, they can cease to be a solid foundation for your teeth. Ironically, you could lose perfectly healthy teeth to diseased gums. Dr. Saleem will also look at your occlusion (bite) to ensure that your jaws are properly aligned. Finally, and not insignificantly, you will be screened for oral cancer. Oh, and don't forget a professional teeth cleaning. Along with your own attention to brushing and flossing at home, you will be in the perfect position to promote your optimal state of oral health.
Tooth decay and periodontal disease are the two biggest enemies of your mouth. Tooth decay eats away at your precious tooth enamel, causing cavities and weakening your tooth structure. It also allows access inside your teeth to dangerous bacteria, which can lead to infections, abscesses, the need for root canal therapy, and even a tooth extraction. It is vital to detect any cavities and get them filled as soon as possible at our
local Wallingford dental office.
Just as important as treating cavities is keeping them from occurring in the first place. Plaque that is not removed during brushing and flossing remains on and around your teeth, eating away at them. It can then harden into tartar, which is nearly impossible to remove except at our local Wallingford dental office. A teeth cleaning will get all that stubborn plaque and tartar out of your mouth along with any food particles that are hiding between teeth or in gum pockets.
Oral cancer, as with any cancer, is linked to the most positive outcomes when it is detected early. That is why our
local Wallingford dental office will check for signs of it and refer you to a specialist if needed. In the meantime, we recommend quitting tobacco, avoiding heavy alcohol consumption, and using sunscreen on your lips when you're outside. These tips will give you the best chance to prevent oral cancer entirely.
Dentist Wallingford
41 North Colony Road
Wallingford, CT 06492
860-756-5475
By Dr. Azra Saleem
December 30, 2014
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