4 Reasons Not to Miss Your Dental Exams

Maintaining regular dental exams may seem like an inconvenience in your schedule and if you rarely have a dental condition, you might wonder why dental exams are so important.

In our Encinitas dental office, Dr. Ryan Kay, DMD, MS, FICOI hears this question a lot. We are always happy to answer your questions!

Here are four reasons why dental exams are important:

They Save Time

Dr. Jordan’s dental exams comprehensively identify any current or developing dental conditions that may develop into something more serious. By skipping exams, you put yourself at risk for more time in the dental chair later.

When we can detect and treat dental conditions early, you can enjoy simpler treatments and less time at the dentist.

They Save Money

Dental conditions, especially infections and fractures, can progress quickly. What might have been a simple cavity caught at your regular dental appointment may become a root canal or even an extraction when left undetected and untreated.

Compared to larger treatments, dental exams are a tiny investment in something important – your smile!

They Help You Avoid Pain

When your tooth becomes compromised and dental decay travels to your nerve or a crack suddenly splits, that means one thing – tooth pain. Pain is something we help you avoid by looking for signs of trouble every six months at your regular dental exam.

Catching problems early help keep your smile beautiful and comfortable.

Early Cancer Detection

Oral cancer is often overlooked because unless you maintain regular dental appointments, it might go unnoticed. Dr. Scott Jordan looks inside your mouth, including your soft tissue, at every dental exam in order to rule out oral cancer.

When caught early, oral cancer is more treatable with better prognoses.

Remember that your dental exams are an investment in something to cherish – your healthy, beautiful smile.

Call us to schedule your next exam!