What do you prioritize when looking for a new dentist? On top of essentials like quality of care, you might want to consider choosing a dentist whose office is close to your home. Why? There are a few good reasons to do so.
The prospect of getting a tooth pulled is scary enough to keep some people away from the dentist altogether. After all, it must be incredibly painful, right?
The truth is that tooth extraction doesn’t hurt nearly as much as people think it does. While it’s not a pain-free procedure, it’s nothing to be scared of. Let’s take a closer look at some of the things your dentist will do to make your tooth extraction more comfortable for you.
Getting regular dental cleanings is one of the best things you can do to maintain good oral health. What does “regular” mean in this context, though? The answer is a little different for every patient. Let’s discuss how often the average person should get a dental cleaning and why you might need more frequent cleanings than the standard schedule dictates.