{"id":111,"date":"2018-06-27T15:06:50","date_gmt":"2018-06-27T15:06:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=111"},"modified":"2018-06-27T15:06:50","modified_gmt":"2018-06-27T15:06:50","slug":"dentist-northwest-dallas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/2018\/06\/27\/dentist-northwest-dallas\/","title":{"rendered":"Here\u2019s Why You Shouldn\u2019t Skip 6-Month Visits to the Dentist"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-112\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/AdobeStock_89289115-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"smiling man giving thumbs up\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/AdobeStock_89289115-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/AdobeStock_89289115-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/AdobeStock_89289115-1024x683.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Most people know that they should visit the dentist in Northwest Dallas for a checkup and cleaning every six months, but many still don\u2019t manage to attend these regular appointments. Sometimes a busy life can get in the way of preventive medicine, but when it comes to your smile, that can have serious consequences with your oral and overall health. Keep reading for more information on the importance of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">regular dental care<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, and why it\u2019s not too late to recommit to your healthy and beautiful smile!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Routine Dental Maintenance<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Just like your car needs a tune-up every so often to keep running strong, your smile demands a professional exam twice annually to let your dentist check for cavities, gum disease, and other oral health hazards. Combining this regular exam with a thorough cleaning, in which your hygienist removes all plaque and tartar buildup, will keep your oral health in check to prevent tooth loss and help you enjoy all your teeth for a lifetime to come. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Visiting your dentist regularly will help you to avoid some of the most obvious oral health issues, but it can also promote better overall health as well. Gum disease especially has an impact on the rest of your body, as it has been linked to health conditions including diabetes, heart problems, and others. Its prevention is one of the most important aspects of staying healthy as you get older. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Many Benefits<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Some of the most significant benefits of routine dental care include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Prevent cavities to avoid toothaches and visibly decayed teeth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Remove plaque and tartar buildup to keep your teeth white and healthy-looking<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Strengthen the outer tooth enamel to prevent sensitivity <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Catch existing issues early to ensure the treatment is as conservative and simple as possible<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Save money over the long-term by avoiding the need for restorative dental care <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Avoid the negative health impacts of gum disease and tooth loss<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Develop a long-lasting relationship with your dental team<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It\u2019s Never Too Late<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Now that you have had a refresher on the importance of routine dental care, you may be encouraged to contact a dentist to book a six month checkup and cleaning &#8212; don\u2019t fight that urge! Even if a lot of time has passed since your last dental visit, it is never too late to recommit to your oral health. An excellent dental team will be pleased to have you back and will not judge you for falling behind on your appointments. The important thing is that you start now! <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Meet the Practice<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bear Creek Family Dentistry offers comprehensive, affordable dental care for patients of all ages. All treatment plans are focused on prevention to ensure smiles stay healthy for a lifetime. To learn more about their preventive, restorative, or cosmetic services or to schedule an appointment for a checkup and cleaning, <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/contact.html\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">contact your family dentist in Northwest Dallas at <\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">214-381-3800<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. <\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Most people know that they should visit the dentist in Northwest Dallas for a checkup and cleaning every six months, but many still don\u2019t manage to attend these regular appointments. 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