{"id":64,"date":"2019-12-21T14:52:00","date_gmt":"2019-12-21T14:52:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cayodentalcare.com\/blog\/?p=64"},"modified":"2025-09-03T20:58:35","modified_gmt":"2025-09-03T20:58:35","slug":"your-dental-checkups-and-cleanings-are-more-important-than-you-think","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.klassiksmiles.com\/blog\/your-dental-checkups-and-cleanings-are-more-important-than-you-think\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Dental Checkups and Cleanings Are More Important Than You Think"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.klassiksmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/AdobeStock_211108434__1579618472_32807-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"person cooking healthy food\" class=\"wp-image-65\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.klassiksmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/AdobeStock_211108434__1579618472_32807-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.klassiksmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/AdobeStock_211108434__1579618472_32807-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.klassiksmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/AdobeStock_211108434__1579618472_32807.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Have you ever put your dental checkups and cleanings on the backburner to make room for other plans? At the time, that may have sounded like a good idea, but further down the road, you\u2019ll likely regret making that decision. Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.klassiksmiles.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">semi-annual appointments<\/a> with your dentist don\u2019t just keep your mouth clean and healthy, they also prevent other health problems from occurring. Read on to learn how taking care of your mouth also means looking after your overall wellbeing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Detecting Oral Cancer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You may not have known, but each time you visit your dentist for your professional checkup, they conduct a thorough oral cancer screening. This disease is incredibly serious, and when diagnosed too late, it can be deadly. Your dentist is specially trained and equipped to spot the early signs, which can lead to a more successful treatment. Because the cancer can progress so quickly, it\u2019s important to receive these screenings every six months. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dentists can complete oral cancer screenings in as little as\nfive minutes. They will visually and physically inspect your mouth to ensure\nthat no abnormalities or symptoms are missed. If something out-of-the-ordinary\nis spotted, they\u2019ll order additional testing to make sure nothing is left to\nchance. These painless and fast screenings could save your life! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warding Off Gum Disease<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Gum disease is one of the most common oral health problems in\nthe nation. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one\nout of every two adults in America suffers from this condition. Because it\u2019s so\ncommon, many patients are surprised to learn that this disease is actually\neasily preventable with professional checkups and cleanings as well as at-home\ndental hygiene. However, when it does develop, it can be difficult to get rid\nof, especially in its more advanced stages. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dentist will conduct visual examinations of your teeth\nand gums during each of your appointments in an attempt to spot and treat the\nearly symptoms of the disease before it causes permanent damage. The earlier\nthe issue is addressed, the easier it is to treat. The more advanced it gets,\nthe less likely it will be that the infection itself can be reversed. However,\nyour dentist can stop it from progressing with regular periodontal therapy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Protecting The Rest of Your Body <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Common oral health problems such as gum disease have been\nlinked to several medical conditions in clinical studies. When harmful oral\nbacteria accumulate in your mouth, they feed on sugar and carbohydrates that\nare trapped in your plaque and release harmful substances that result in the\ndevelopment of health problems. The same toxin that causes gum inflammation and\ninfection has been linked to a variety of other health conditions found throughout\nthe body. That\u2019s why visiting your dentist for routine preventive care can also\nreduce your risk of experiencing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Strokes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heart disease<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Respiratory infections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alzheimer\u2019s<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These are only a few of many medical conditions that have\nbeen connected to the progression of gum disease. Fortunately, with your\ndentist\u2019s help, you can keep your mouth as well as your body safe and healthy.\nAll you have to do is pick up the phone every six months to schedule your\ndental checkup and cleaning! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Kamlesh Makwana is a trusted dentist in St. Peters who completed his dental degree at Marquette University in 1996. 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