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\"DentistDuring the first world war, poor oral health was deemed a national security risk due to the numbers of volunteer enlistees who received medical disqualification due to dental health issues. Since that time, patients have been encouraged to visit the dentist two times each year for preventive dental care, and oral health in the US continues to improve. In this post, we\u2019ll walk you through some of the many reasons why visiting the dentist for preventive dental care<\/a> is still so important.
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1 \u2013 Avoid Oral Health Concerns<\/h2>\n

When you visit a general dentist every six months, you will significantly reduce your risk for common oral health concerns. During your dental checkup, the dentist will screen for the early warning signs of common oral health concerns like tooth decay, gum disease, TM dysfunction, teeth grinding and clenching (bruxism), and oral cancer. If the dentist determines you\u2019re at risk for any oral health issues, they can partner with you to prevent the concerns before they even begin. During regular checkups, your dentist or hygienist can also provide tips to improve your at-home teeth cleaning routine, recommend oral hygiene products, and help you keep your smile healthy and beautiful for life.<\/p>\n

2 \u2013 Maximize Dental Insurance<\/h2>\n

Most dental insurance providers offer between 80 and 100% coverage for preventive dental checkups and teeth cleanings. That means your regular appointments will have low out of pocket costs, and when you receive preventive care, you are much less likely to need more advanced treatments that receive lower coverage from your dental insurance provider \u2013 it\u2019s a win-win.<\/p>\n

3 \u2013 Keep Your Smile Looking Great<\/h2>\n

Skilled dental hygienists provide professional teeth cleanings that remove plaque and tartar buildup, leaving patients with healthy sparkling smiles. Keeping up with regular professional cleanings and dental checkups also mean you avoid developing dental discoloration and staining as well as excessive dental wear and other cosmetic flaws.<\/p>\n

Meet the Wharton Dental Team<\/h2>\n

At Wharton Dental, we have offered patients a wide range of preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry services in a state-of-the-art dental practice for nearly twenty years. Our skilled dentists and dentistry team partner with patients to create personalized dental care plans to help patients achieve and maintain the optimal level of oral health. If it\u2019s time for your six month dental exam, give our Wharton dentist and team a call<\/a> today. We look forward to offering your exceptional dental care that exceeds your highest expectations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

During the first world war, poor oral health was deemed a national security risk due to the numbers of volunteer enlistees who received medical disqualification due to dental health issues. Since that time, patients have been encouraged to visit the dentist two times each year for preventive dental care, and oral health in the US […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[7,3,4,5,6,10,11,8,9],"yoast_head":"\n3 Reasons to Visit the Dentist for Checkups Twice a Year - Wharton Dental Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Find out more about why it's so important to visit the dentist for checkups twice a year. 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