At Santee Dental Team in Santee, CA, Dr. Michael Tyler and Dr. Jared Gibbons perform regular cleanings and exams for the whole family! It's important everyone gets regular checkups this year for dental and overall health.
Regular teeth cleanings and exams prevent tooth decay and gum disease and are good for your overall health, too. When you visit our Santee, CA, office for a regular appointment twice a year you are investing in the health of your smile!
When a tooth only has a little decay, it can be saved with a small filling that won't compromise the structure and strength of the tooth. When a tooth has more decay you need more involved and more expensive dental work like root canals and even tooth replacements. Keeping up with regular visits twice a year and being examined regularly means overall less time and money spent at the dentist.
During a cleaning, your dentist removes sticky bacteria called plaque from the surfaces of your teeth. When plaque is not removed it hardens and forms into tartar, which cannot be brushed away and must be removed by a dental professional. The bacteria in plaque irritate the gums and can cause them to pull away from the teeth. You can also develop gum disease without ever having obvious symptoms. Gum disease can lead to tooth loss so it's best to be examined twice a year.
Another important part of your exam is oral cancer screening. Your dentist examines your mouth and throat to detect early signs of cancer. Oral cancer screenings save lives! Visiting the dentist twice a year is an investment in your smile and overall health.
Dr. Michael Tyler and Dr. Jared Gibbons of the Santee Dental Team are here for you and your whole family to keep you in great oral health! Contact us for an appointment in Santee, CA, at (619) 449-0050.