It’s recommended that everyone visit the dental hygienist at least twice a year. Regular visits are essential to keeping your mouth healthy. Here are a few reasons why…..
Keeping Gums Healthy
Gum disease is caused by plaque, the sticky white film that forms throughout our mouths. Plaque is filled with bacteria – some of it good, and some of it bad. If the plaque is left behind, after a certain time, it will begin to irritate the gums and cause inflammation. The toxins produced by plaque bacteria begin to break down the bone and connective tissue that keep teeth in place. As it worsens, the pockets deepen, and more gum tissue and bone are destroyed. Teeth are no longer anchored in place and become loose, resulting in tooth loss.
Get Rid Of Bad Breath
The most common reason for bad breath (also known as halitosis) is poor oral hygiene. As foods and drinks are consumed throughout the day, they can often become trapped between our teeth and stuck in other areas of the mouth. If this buildup is not eliminated every day, the bacteria in your mouth help it grow, causing bad breath.
Help Prevent Mouth Cancer
Shockingly, 90% of mouth cancer diagnoses are associated with lifestyle and risk factors. The biggest the risk factors that have been shown to play a part in contracting the disease are smoking, alcohol, diet and Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). Although many cases are related to life choices, it is important to keep in mind that mouth cancer can affect anyone. The best way to tackle cancers of the mouth is through early intervention. If mouth cancer is spotted early, treatment is more likely to be successful.
Help Whiten Teeth
It’s no secret food and drink can stain your teeth, which means that if you haven’t been to the hygienist in a while, you may notice your teeth becoming discoloured. A professional clean by a dental hygienist can help remove stains and deposits that have built up over time. Here at Treeline one of the treatments our hygienist uses is called AirFlow. It’s a powerful but gentle combination of warm water, air and fine powder to clean the teeth. It can leave teeth looking whiter in just one treatment.
Visiting the hygienist because you want to is much better than visiting the dentist because you have to!