You use your teeth for everything: to chew food, to finish a thread, to say the letter “t”. Doesn’t it make sense to take care of them? Just as regular maintenance keeps your car running smoothly, checkups at SFCHC’s dental clinic help your teeth do what you need them to do.
The American Dental Association recommends seeing your dentist every six months. At these checkups, the dentist performs an exam and takes X-rays to check for cavities, cracks, or chips in your teeth. These are all damage to your teeth that you might not notice yourself. They’re also better treated sooner rather than later. SFCHC dentists also check for oral cancer. Oral cancer causes sores in the mouth and even loose teeth.
A dental checkup includes a cleaning to remove tartar. Tartar is the hard stuff that doesn’t come off with brushing and flossing. (Unchecked tartar buildup can lead to painful gum disease, or gingivitis.) Finally, fluoride is usually applied to protect your teeth until your next visit. It’s pretty clear why the ADA advises regular checkups by a professional. Even if you could find all this equipment on Amazon, where would you keep it?
Your dentist is also your partner in helping you protect your teeth year-round. You know to brush your teeth regularly and floss daily. Your dentist can suggest other good habits you may not know, like
In other words, use scissors on those stubborn ketchup packets, and only use half as many.
Even if new concerns about COVID-19 arise, you can keep getting checkups at our dental clinic. We’ve integrated state-of-the-art sterilization, air filtration, and PPE to protect both staff and patients.
Dental checkups are recommended, safe, and even affordable. SFCHC accepts over a dozen insurance plans. We also offer services on a sliding fee scale based on household size and income. So keep your bubble-gum-blowing skills on point. Stay on track with dental checkups in the clinic at SFCHC.
