Like seeing the Doctor, seeing your dentist is an important part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Dental care is self care, and seeing a dentist can be a relaxing experience that helps you smile brighter and healthier. So when should you see a dentist?

Are you Experiencing Discomfort?

Are you wondering what to do about temperature sensitivity? Do your teeth hurt or ache? Does one tooth in particular give you issues? By the time you are feeling sensitivity or discomfort, the problem may be more advanced, so as soon as you see symptoms that indicate you have a cavity or injury, calling your dentist to make an appointment is an urgent need. Don’t waste time asking ‘when should you see a dentist?’ if you’re experiencing symptoms. Call and make an appointment at the first sign of a problem.
Also call your dentist for an appointment if you are experiencing sensitivity, discomfort, bleeding, or swelling in your gums. This also can indicate gum disease, and can be treated at a dental office, but should be addressed as soon as any symptoms arise.

Has it Been Awhile Since Your Last Appointment?

If you’re asking ‘when should you see a dentist?’ Yet, you’re not experiencing specific symptoms, you still may want to see a dentist. If you know it’s been awhile since your last cleaning appointment, you may want to call and schedule one soon.
Prevention saves you time and money, and catching problems early, or before they become problems, can save you many dental visits in the future. It is one way to keep your smile healthy, and your wallet happy. Investing the time to do preventative care for your smile is always worth it!

Do You have Other Dental Questions or Needs?

Are you unhappy with the appearance of your smile? Do you want a brighter straighter smile? Do you grind your teeth a lot, and wonder how to stop it?
Your dentist can do more than fill cavities, they can help address other questions and needs that you may be considering. Talking to your dentist about what you are considering can help you make a plan suited to your needs and budget to have a brighter, more beautiful smile. Your dentist is there to help you have your healthiest smile possible!

Call our Amarillo, Dumas or Canyon dental offices to make an appointment with a dentist who may be able to help you find out more about this topic, and improve your oral health.