Why Going To the Dentist Should Be a Priority — Even During the Pandemic

The Coronavirus pandemic has made many people put their lives on hold. Back in March and April at the height of the pandemic, people were urged to limit any unnecessary interaction with others. Many people started working from home and only ventured out for the occasional disappointing trip to the grocery store. Everything essentially stopped — including routine medical and dental care.

However, times have changed, and new safety measures have been put in place to ensure that people can still get the care they need without having to put themselves at risk. In today’s blog from Primary Dental of What Ridge, we want to discuss why making an appointment with your local dentist should be a priority. We understand that you may still be hesitant to go, but we want to assure you that every precaution is being taken and the bigger risk lies in putting off your dental care. Keep reading to learn more.

It’s All About Prevention

When it comes to maintaining good oral health, prevention is key. Many potential or early-stage problems can often be identified by a dentist or hygienist during your routine dental visits. And when they are, they can be taken care of before they turn into something worse. Sometimes, a minor problem like a cavity can go from bad to worse just over the course of a few months — and that can mean the difference between having to deal with a filling versus a root canal.

Keeping your regular schedule of dental checkups every six months will allow your dentist to evaluate your oral health and detect problems well before you may know about them. Through a simple exam and x-rays, your dentist can check for cavities, look for early signs of gum disease, and even detect early-stage oral cancer.

A Small Problem Will Only Get Bigger

If you suspect that you have a problem such as a cavity or you suffer from headaches and jaw pain, it’s important to get dental care right away. Although they may seem like minor irritations now, they will likely develop into a more complicated (and possibly more painful) problem in the near future. You’ll save yourself a lot of stress and money from having to pay for more costly procedures if you had addressed a small problem before it had a chance to grow into a bigger one.

Routine Care Doesn’t Mean It’s Not Important

Although many people canceled or postponed many of their routine care checkups with their doctor or dentist, it’s important to know that it shouldn’t be put off forever. Although “routine” makes it sound like it’s no big deal and something that you can avoid indefinitely, it’s these kinds of visits that are extremely important for maintaining overall health and detecting very serious problems. In a recent article posted by U.S. News and World Report, they highlight several preventive care appointments that you should now be rescheduling — one of them being a trip to the dentist.

Because good oral health is tied to overall health, keeping your regular dental checkup appointments is important. Not only will your dentist be able to identify and address potential problems, according to the American Heart Association, but studies have also shown a possible link between dental health and heart health — making keeping up with routine dental visits all the more important.

Contact Primary Dental For Dental Care in Wheat Ridge

If you are looking for a dentist in Wheat Ridge or the greater Denver area, we invite you to take a look at Primary Dental. We’re a Top Rated Local® company and we care about your health and wellness. We offer comprehensive dental services including preventive care, orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry, children’s dentistry, and dental implants, as well as a variety of other services.

We accept most major insurance plans and we also offer discounts for cash-paying patients without insurance. If you would like to know more about our policies or procedures, visit our Frequently Asked Questions page or feel free to give us a call.

Right now we are also offering a new patient special! For just $49 you’ll receive a comprehensive dental exam and X-rays. You’ll also get a free Spin Brush!

Don’t put off your dental care any longer — make an appointment with Primary Dental in Wheat Ridge today!