The Importance of Preventive Care Visits

Have you scheduled your next dental checkup yet? Preventive care offered by the Woodbridge, VA, dentists at The Dental Spa can help you keep your smile healthy.

Why You'll Want to Make Dental Exams a Priority

Regular dental exams offer a variety of benefits for your oral and general health including:

• Lower Cavity and Gum Disease Risk: Dental cleanings provided as part of your checkup remove plaque and tartar from your teeth. Plaque is the transparent, sticky substance that causes cavities. If plaque remains on your teeth for as little as 10 days, it can turn into tartar. The brown substance is unsightly and so hard that it can only be removed with dental tools. Both plaque and tartar can be factors in gum disease.
• A Dazzling Smile: After removing plaque and tartar from your teeth, the dental hygienist will polish your teeth. Polishing removes surface stains that can dull your smile.
• Diagnosis of Dental Issues: Your visit to the Woodbridge dental office will also include an examination and X-rays if needed. During your visit, your dentist will look for signs of cavities and gum disease. They will also spot other potential issues with your teeth, such as loose fillings, cracks, worn bridges, and damaged crowns. Treating these issues promptly can help you avoid pain and extensive dental work in the future.
• Oral Cancer Screening: Preventive care examinations also include oral cancer screenings. The cancer doesn't always cause lumps or bumps. In fact, it may appear as small red or white patches in your mouth, or as sores that never seem to heal. Like so many things, oral cancer is easier to treat when it's detected in its earliest stages.

Time for a Checkup? Give Us a Call Today

Protect your smile with preventive care visits. Call your dentists in Woodbridge, VA, at The Dental Spa at (703) 580-8288 to schedule an appointment.