The importance of regular dental check-ups

At Harley Street Dental Clinic in W1, we provide a comprehensive dental service. Your wellbeing and the health of your teeth are important to us. However, we cannot offer you peace of mind if you forget to make your regular check-up appointments. Yes, it’s true that most of your dental maintenance takes place at home, and perhaps you feel like you’re doing a fantastic job, but the reality is that there are some things you may miss without the all important, six-monthly check-up at your W1 dental clinic.

Dental Clinic in W1Why are the six monthly check-ups so important?

The importance of regular dental check-ups and teeth cleaning cannot be stressed enough. It is essential to keep track of your oral health. When you let us here at Harley Street Dental Clinic in W1 take care of your smile, the chances of having to get dentures or undergo other expensive procedures decrease substantially.

During your regular check-ups, our dentists can check all basis for anything you may have missed and prevent minor problems from becoming big problems. We can spot signs of gum disease, tooth decay, oral cancer and other potential diseases. We can also advise you on any areas where you could improve your oral hygiene habits to prevent future problems. This includes brushing technique advice, perhaps you need a different tool to clean that hard-to-reach wisdom tooth for example.

Do I really need to visit the hygienist for that tooth clean?

Having your teeth cleaned regularly is not just great for your appearance but your health as well. You probably already know that a build-up of plaque can result in gum (periodontal) disease. But did you know that plaque contains bacteria that can cause inflammation and irritate your gums? Studies have linked strokes and heart attacks to gum disease, regular teeth cleaning could greatly reduce your risk of developing these issues. Aside from these rather heavy facts, a whiter, brighter smile just feels good, and a regular deep-clean helps to remove stubborn stains caused by coffee, tea, wine, tobacco, and other products.

Overall, regular cleaning and dental check-ups are the most effective way to ensure you enjoy good oral hygiene.