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Have you made any resolutions for the new year? One\nhealth-related goal you may be forgetting is a clean and beautiful smile. Your\nsmile\u2019s appearance can say a lot about you, but its health is also important.\nWith more studies showing a direct link between your oral and overall health,\nregular dental appointments are more vital than ever. Read on to see why you\nshould start the year off right by scheduling an appointment with your dentist\nin Midland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The Importance of Routine Dental Checkups<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Unlike other medical issues, dental problems can occur\nwithout any signs or symptoms. That\u2019s one of the main reasons why the American\nDental Association recommends biannual dental checkups and cleanings. These\nappointments give your dentist the opportunity to prevent and\ndetect issues<\/a> that can happen without you even noticing. Of these problems,\none of the more serious is oral cancer. This cancer has a high recovery rate if\ncaught early on, which is another reason to ensure that you attend twice a year\nvisits. Dentists alone catch about 84% of oral cancer cases, making a quick\nvisit to your dental office a potentially life-saving trip. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Can You Expect During a Dental Checkup<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dental checkups today are more efficient and easier than\never, and they can usually be completed in less than an hour. After your dental\ncleaning, your dentist will carefully examine your mouth, and they may even\ntake X-Rays to check for problems that can\u2019t be seen with the naked eye. They\nwill also check the condition of your gums, taking measurements of the space\nbetween your gums and teeth. Gum disease is a common problem that can be\ncompletely prevented, and this step is integral for the health of your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your dentist will also check for oral cancer, examining your\ntongue, cheeks, throat, gums, and other parts of your mouth. They may physically\nexamine your jaw, feeling around your lymph nodes and jawline for any\nabnormalities. This quick check only takes a matter of minutes, but it\u2019s enough\nto ensure that you\u2019re healthy and cancer-free. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make a New Year\u2019s Checkup Your Resolution<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As you can tell, there is much more to a dental checkup than\njust looking at your teeth for cavities. Your dentist plays an important role\nin your overall health, which is why you should make an early 2020 visit a priority\nfor years to come. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are you waiting for? Contact your dentist while the\nyear\u2019s still young to ensure you have a healthy smile and body. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meet the Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Laura Philipps is an experienced dentist who wants her\npatients to know the importance of regular dental checkups. She is\nhighly-trained in early detection, and she offers all of the services you need\nto stay healthy. For any questions, she can be reached through her website<\/a> or by phone at\n(432) 570-4433. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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