{"id":546,"date":"2023-03-31T17:59:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-31T17:59:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dpmgeneraldentistry.com\/blog\/?p=546"},"modified":"2023-04-04T17:59:47","modified_gmt":"2023-04-04T17:59:47","slug":"3-reasons-that-your-teeth-deserve-a-spring-cleaning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dpmgeneraldentistry.com\/blog\/2023\/03\/31\/3-reasons-that-your-teeth-deserve-a-spring-cleaning\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Reasons that Your Teeth Deserve a Spring Cleaning"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dpmgeneraldentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/AdobeStock_173990730__1680631137_93933.jpg\" alt=\"woman spring cleaning her house\" class=\"wp-image-547\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dpmgeneraldentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/AdobeStock_173990730__1680631137_93933.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.dpmgeneraldentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/AdobeStock_173990730__1680631137_93933-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dpmgeneraldentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/AdobeStock_173990730__1680631137_93933-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>March is here, which means the ice is starting to thaw and the natural world is springing back to life. That means it\u2019s also the best time to start taking care of the things you may have been putting off over the course of the winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For many people, regular dental care is one of those things. Finding the time to see the dentist for a routine cleaning may seem daunting to some, but there\u2019s no time like the present to make it a regular habit. Here are a few reasons why your teeth deserve a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dpmgeneraldentistry.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">spring cleaning<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Catching Problems Early<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many of the most common oral health problems, like gum disease and tooth decay, only get worse with time if left untreated. Some, like periodontitis, are even irreversible once they\u2019ve progressed to a certain point. That\u2019s to say nothing of oral cancer and other serious conditions that your dentist will screen you for at checkups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a result, it\u2019s critically important to see your dentist often and to catch these problems before they become serious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get Clean All Over<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter how rigorous you are with dental hygiene, there are some places in your mouth that you can\u2019t reach on your own. The plaque buildup in these areas can still contribute to gum disease, so it\u2019s important that you have your dentist clean them up periodically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only will you be able to better stave off gum disease, but you can also enjoy the feeling of being straight-from-the-dentist-clean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Save Money with Insurance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have dental insurance, you may have noticed that it functions a little bit differently from regular health insurance. Dental insurance pays a flat percentage of your care depending on the style of treatment you\u2019re getting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most dental insurance companies will cover close to 100% of preventive care, like checkups and cleanings, and less of restorative treatments, like root canals and fillings. By seeing the dentist often for regular checkups, you can actually use your dental insurance to save money!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>People say that the best offense is a good defense, and that\u2019s certainly the case when it comes to dentistry. Seeing your dentist for a regular cleaning gives them an opportunity to defend you from all kinds of oral health problems!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About Our Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At D\u2019Andrea and Pantera Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, we work hard to be able to offer your family just about anything they could need to remain in immaculate oral health. Whether it\u2019s a simple checkup or restoring your smile to perfection, we\u2019d be happy to be there for you and your family. We also have a comfortable, serene office that can put you completely at ease for the duration of your stay with us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any questions about the benefits of regular cleanings, we can be reached on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dpmgeneraldentistry.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or by phone at (203) 288-0951.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>March is here, which means the ice is starting to thaw and the natural world is springing back to life. That means it\u2019s also the best time to start taking care of the things you may have been putting off over the course of the winter. 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