Has it been a while since you've seen your Victorville, CA, dentist, Dr. Fahed Hattar of Dr. Hattar Dental and Orthodontics? Visiting the dentist offers these important benefits:
No more pain
Whether your toothache is mild or severe, paying a visit to the dentist will ease your pain. Although tooth decay is a common reason for a toothache, you may also experience pain if you have an infection in your tooth pulp, have a cracked tooth, or have a sinus infection. After determining the cause of your pain, your dentist will recommend an effective treatment option.
Reduced risk of cavities and gum disease
Visiting the dentist every six months will help you protect your smile. During checkups, your dental hygienists remove plaque and tartar from your teeth. Plaque, a colorless, sticky film responsible for activities, can be difficult to remove at home if it's trapped in overlapping sections of teeth or other hard-to-reach places. Tartar, a hard, brownish deposit, is impossible to remove at home. The deposit irritates your gums and could increase your gum disease risk.
Treating minor problems prevents them from becoming major issues
The larger the cavity, the more difficult it is to treat. Large cavities tend to weaken teeth. Although fillings restore the teeth, they may also be needed to be protected by crowns to prevent fractures.
Extensive decay in a tooth can eventually damage nearby teeth, causing cavities in them. If decay reaches your tooth pulp, you'll need root canal therapy to save the tooth. When you visit the dentist every six months, any cavities you do develop will be small and easy to treat. Thanks to tooth-colored fillings, your dental work won't be noticeable.
A more attractive smile
Your dentist offers many cosmetic dentistry services that can improve your appearance. A crown or veneer can hide an imperfection, improve tooth shape, or lengthen a short tooth. If you have a chip at the bottom of a tooth or don't like the shape of your tooth, your dentist may recommend bonding, shaping, or contouring during your visit to the Victorville dental office.
Straighter teeth
Are you self-conscious about your crooked smile? Orthodontic treatment, no matter what your age, will improve your appearance. Your dentist can explain the range of options available, from traditional metal braces to clear aligners.
Renew and protect your smile with dental care! Call your dentist in Victorville, CA, Dr. Fahed Hattar of Dr. Hattar Dental and Orthodontics, at (760) 243-3595 to schedule your appointment.