The health of our teeth and gums are correlated strongly to our overall bodily health. Learn why you should get a regular dental exam.

Although people are realizing how important going to the dentist regularly is, many Americans still avoid going to the dentist. They may be hesitant to pay for a dental exam, especially if they aren't having noticeable dental problems.

But we're here to share with you some of the benefits of having a regular dental exam. Read on for some great ways having a regular dental checkup can help you.

The number one reason you should be going to the dentist regularly is to catch dental problems before they get worse. Here are some of the things a dentist can catch during an exam.

Cavities are one of the most common health issues in the world. You may have a cavity and not even realize it. Oftentimes people can't detect having a cavity, so it goes untreated and leads to severe tooth decay before it's detected.

By visiting the dentist and catching cavities early, you can actually save your tooth.

If you avoid going to the dentist, the tooth decay can get worse and bacteria will get through your enamel and into your bloodstream, leading to bacterial infection. Don't put your health at risk and get your teeth checked for cavities.

Gum disease is another extremely common issue with people's dental health. Your dentist can examine your gums and look for signs of gum disease that you wouldn't normally notice. 

Gum disease can have an effect on your overall health, so make sure you get your gums checked regularly to prevent any adverse health effects. 

If plaque builds up on your teeth it leads to tartar, which can't be removed by brushing your teeth. If tartar is not removed, it can lead to cavities and gum disease.

At your regular dental exam, your dentist will use special tools to remove plaque and tarter which helps prevent cavities.

After your plaque is removed, your dentist can give you some tips on how to keep plaque from building up to avoid future dental problems.

Do you have chronic bad breath that doesn't seem to go away even though you brush your teeth and floss regularly? It might be caused by gum disease and bacteria buildup in hard-to-reach places.

If you are tired of using mouthwash every couple of hours to cover up your bad breath, it's time to visit the dentist for an exam. Your dentist can get to those difficult spots where food particles and bacteria may be building up so you can say goodbye to bad breath once and for all. 

As we mentioned earlier, having regular dental exams can catch problems before they get worse. If you don't go to the dentist, you will be at a much higher risk for serious dental problems.

If the issues we discussed above go untreated, you'll be faced with much worse problems down the line. Significant tooth pain, root canals, tooth extraction, implants, and disease. 

Be proactive and prevent your dental problems from becoming much more serious.

Oral health is connected to your overall health. If you have poor oral health such as gum disease or infection, your overall health can be significantly affected.

Poor dental hygiene can lead to cancer, diabetes, osteoporosis, heart disease, and much more. If you don't go to the visit for regular checkups and cleanings, you're putting your overall health at a much higher risk for problems down the line. 

Also, a lot of serious illnesses can actually be detected in the mouth. You may have a disease such as HIV/AIDS or oral cancer and it can be detected at your exam.

While you may think a regular dental visit is an unnecessary expense, it will actually save you a ton of money down the line. As discussed above, visiting the dentist regularly can catch dental problems early, prevent dental problems, and improve your overall health.

If you don't go to the dentist and you end up with a dental problem such as gum disease or cavities, you'll end up spending a ton more money. Treating cavities, getting root canals or other surgeries, and getting teeth implants can cost thousands of dollars.

Also, because oral health is connected to our physical health, you can end up preventing serious diseases such as oral cancer by visiting the dentist. If you consider the extreme costs of treating some of the diseases that can be caused by poor oral health, choosing a regular dental exam is a no brainer. 

Paying a small fee a couple of times a year really is an investment in your health and will save you a ton of money in the long run.

There's no question that the benefits of getting a dental exam far outweigh the small cost. Don't put your oral or overall health at risk and visit an experienced dentist today.

Not only can you prevent dental problems, but you'll actually save a ton of money in the long run. 

Contact us today to schedule a dental exam and cleaning. Your health (and wallet) will thank us later!