{"id":502,"date":"2019-10-15T18:39:21","date_gmt":"2019-10-15T18:39:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lifetimedentalga.com\/blog\/?p=6"},"modified":"2019-10-15T18:39:21","modified_gmt":"2019-10-15T18:39:21","slug":"preventive-dental-checkup-in-gainesville","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lifetimedentalga.com\/blog\/preventive-dental-checkup-in-gainesville\/","title":{"rendered":"Here is Why Dental Hygiene Should Never be Neglected!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lifetimedentalga.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/dentist_consultation_with_patient__1553745993_14438.jpg\" alt=\"woman smiling while talking to dentist\" class=\"wp-image-7\" width=\"305\" height=\"203\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although the month of October is usually associated with Halloween<br \/>\ncostumes and loads of candy, dentists around the country are working to raise<br \/>\nawareness about the importance of maintaining <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifetimedentalga.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">healthy teeth<\/a><br \/>\nand gums. Thus, October has been designated as National Dental Hygiene Month.<br \/>\nYou\u2019re invited to continue reading so you can learn just how vital your daily hygienic<br \/>\nroutines are for maintaining a beautiful and functional smile for years to come.<br \/>\nAdditionally, you\u2019ll discover what a dental checkup in Gainesville can do to<br \/>\nboost your oral health!<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why is Dental Hygiene So Important?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The quality of your dental hygiene is vital to your oral<br \/>\nhealth because of the constant threat of bacteria growth. To be clear, bacteria<br \/>\nare always present in your mouth. However, when you eat food or drink beverages<br \/>\nother than water, the microorganisms flock to any areas where there is<br \/>\nlingering debris, which can quickly lead to the growth of even more bacteria.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By brushing and flossing your teeth after every meal, or at<br \/>\nleast two times a day, you can help to keep the critters at bay. Thus, dentists<br \/>\nare using this time of the year to place an extra emphasis on dental hygiene.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Benefits of Maintaining Excellent Dental Hygiene<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By being proactive and keeping your teeth and gums clean,<br \/>\nhere are some of the benefits that await you:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can avoid cavities, which are tiny holes<br \/>\nthat bacteria and plaque can bore into tooth enamel (the hard-outer surface).<\/li>\n<li>It helps to prevent periodontal disease, which<br \/>\nis the result of bacteria seeping beneath the gum line to form germ pockets. <\/li>\n<li>You can save money by preventing the need for<br \/>\ncomplex dental procedures that require an out-of-pocket investment.<\/li>\n<li>It allows you to maintain fresh breath, as well<br \/>\nas healthy and attractive teeth and gums.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Your Dentist Can Help the Cause<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You should make it a habit to visit your dentist every six<br \/>\nmonths for cleanings and examinations. At these appointments, you\u2019ll be able to<br \/>\nachieve the peace-of-mind of knowing that your teeth are clean. Then, before<br \/>\nyou leave, you can sit down with the dentist to go over any issues that were<br \/>\ndiscovered. Thus, you\u2019ll be able to take action before any minor hiccups can<br \/>\ndevelop into a major headache.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So to make this your most productive October ever, contact<br \/>\nyour dentist in Gainesville to schedule an initial visit. By taking action, you<br \/>\ncan preserve your oral health, protect your wallet and fortify your overall<br \/>\nwellness!<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Shue Her earned his dental degree from the University of<br \/>\nMinnesota School of Dentistry. He has since gone on to expand his skillset by<br \/>\nreceiving advanced postgraduate education, which includes training at the prestigious<br \/>\nDawson Academy. With years of experience, an abundance of knowledge and a calm<br \/>\ndemeanor, Dr. Shue helps patients upgrade their dental health by providing<br \/>\npreventive care at Lifetime Dental. He can be reached for more information<br \/>\nthrough his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifetimedentalga.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Although the month of October is usually associated with Halloween costumes and loads of candy, dentists around the country are working to raise awareness about the importance of maintaining healthy teeth and gums. Thus, October has been designated as National Dental Hygiene Month. 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