2022 is here! It’s time to make your health a priority, and what better way to start the new year than with a dental cleaning? The new year is an especially great time for new beginnings, which can include oral health. Read on for five reasons why you should book your appointment now. 

The Importance of Dental Visits

While you probably know the importance of dental visits, we’re going over it again because it’s just that important. We all know that brushing and flossing is necessary to reduce plaque and stains on your teeth, but your dental professional can provide you with additional tips and tricks to get even better results. Professional cleanings remove more plaque than you can get on your own, can help you catch problems before they worsen, help you keep your natural teeth for years to come — and more!

Regular dental visits are important because they allow your dentist to:

• Detect cavities (tooth decay) early. 
• Catch gum disease early. 
• Detect early-stage oral cancer. 
• Check your fillings. 
• Catch dry mouth or bad breath. 
• Review your oral hygiene.
• Protect your overall health. 
• Safeguard your family’s oral health. 

5 Reasons for a Dental Cleaning in the New Year

If the above wasn’t enough to make you schedule a dental appointment — here are 5 reasons to consider it now! A dental cleaning can:

Take Care of The Nooks & Crannies

Professional cleanings are far more thorough than your own brushing and flossing routine. Your dental professional will have specialized tools that will allow them to get into the nooks, crannies, and crevices of your teeth. This is important because it gets rid of plaque in places where traditional toothbrushes can’t reach.

Reduce Bad Breath

Bad breath is not ideal, and it can be embarrassing. That’s why professional cleanings are so important. Not only do they reduce plaque by up to 80% in hard-to-reach places, but they also leave you with fresh, minty breath for weeks after your appointment. As a bonus, the water irrigation system that your dental professional uses to flush out the mouth also washes away bad breath-causing bacteria before it has time to settle into those hard-to-reach areas.

Reduce (and Even Prevent) Cavities

We know what you’re thinking. You thought the only way to prevent cavities was by brushing and flossing regularly. What you might not know is that your daily diet can have a huge impact on whether or not you develop cavities in the future. Certain foods, like candy, pop, chips, crackers…you get the picture—can leave teeth vulnerable to acid erosion. Your dental professional can provide you with a “cavity risk report” that will show you which activities are causing your teeth to decay. Armed with this information, you can take steps to reduce your cavities at home by limiting certain foods and beverages.

Help You Get Better At Brushing & Flossing

We’ve said it before, but we’ll say it again—professional cleanings are far more thorough than self-care. Your dental professional will be able to show you where you are missing spots when brushing and flossing, which means that over time, you will improve your daily routine. And if you’ve ever struggled with getting your kids to brush their teeth, this is the perfect opportunity to get them the education they need.

Promote Overall Oral Health

Cleaning teeth and gums is not the only thing your dental professional can do. They can also provide you with fluoride treatments, custom mouthguards (for sports or snoring), and even refer you to a periodontist if they notice any gum disease. Another great perk of going in for professional cleanings is that they can catch problems before it becomes an issue. If you notice that something doesn’t feel or taste quite right during your cleaning, tell your dental professional. They will do their best to evaluate the problem and provide a solution for you to help you maintain a healthy smile.

New Year, New You with Premier Dentistry of Eagle 

One of the best things about the new year is that it allows us (and our children) to start fresh with lots of energy and enthusiasm. The new year is a great time to start—or improve upon—your daily hygiene routine. And if you need some encouragement, just think about the fresh breath and clean teeth that are in your future after scheduling your appointment with Premier Dentistry of Eagle. Call us today: (208) 546-0655.