{"id":35,"date":"2020-09-15T16:43:00","date_gmt":"2020-09-15T16:43:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bradweissdds.com\/blog\/?p=35"},"modified":"2020-10-15T16:44:10","modified_gmt":"2020-10-15T16:44:10","slug":"skipping-dental-cleaning-skokie","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bradweissdds.com\/blog\/skipping-dental-cleaning-skokie\/","title":{"rendered":"What Happens If I Skip a Dental Cleaning?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-36 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bradweissdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/cleaning-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Man who isn\u2019t skipping a dental cleaning in Skokie.\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bradweissdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/cleaning-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bradweissdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/cleaning-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bradweissdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/cleaning-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bradweissdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/cleaning-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bradweissdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/cleaning-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Your smile can stay healthy for a lifetime with the right care over the years. Besides brushing and flossing, your teeth and gums also rely on preventive services from your dentist. The American Dental Association recommends everyone visits their dentist every 6 months for a cleaning and checkup. Unfortunately, 42% of adults don\u2019t schedule an appointment as often as they should. If you\u2019re among the people who have a habit of skipping a dental cleaning in Skokie, you\u2019re putting your smile at risk. Here are 3 benefits of seeing your dentist regularly.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Reduce your overall oral health expenses. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dentistry is designed with prevention in mind. Routine services\nare proven to lower your overall dental expenses. In fact, every $1 spent on\nprevention can save you as much as $50 on restorative or emergency treatments. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Semi-annual cleanings and checkups allow your dentist to remove\nharmful buildup that can lead to common oral health issues, like tooth decay\nand gum disease. It also allows them to monitor your teeth and gums to detect\nany concerning areas sooner to lessen the likeliness of needing a costly\nprocedure down the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Improve your overall health. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know your mouth is often referred to as the \u201cgateway\nto your body?\u201d Your oral and general health are entwined. There are several\ndental issues that can negatively impact your wellness, like gum disease. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to causing tooth loss, the infection can enter\nyour bloodstream, wreaking havoc on various systems throughout your body. You\u2019ll\nhave an increased risk of several health concerns, including cardiovascular disease,\nAlzheimer\u2019s disease, and diabetic complications. Committing to your oral\nhygiene is the best way to keep your teeth and gums healthy to promote your\noverall well-being. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Preserve your natural teeth.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your teeth are meant to last forever, but that isn\u2019t a\nreality for many Americans. Over 120 million adults in the U.S. are missing 1\nor more teeth. Despite the latest innovations in dentistry, tooth loss is still\na prevalent problem. With each one you lose, your jawbone will slowly shrink, causing\nyour remaining teeth to move out of alignment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As time passes, you\u2019ll have an increased risk of cavities,\ngum disease, and additional tooth loss. If you lose too many teeth, you might\nstruggle to maintain a balanced diet because certain foods are too difficult to\nchew. The limitations in your diet can lead to harmful nutritional deficiencies.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nurture a Healthy Smile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can invest in a bright future through your oral health.\nAlthough life gets busy, take the time to commit to seeing your dentist at\nleast twice a year. If you\u2019re concerned about the cost, your dental team will\nmaximize your insurance benefits to help you get the care you need without\nbreaking the bank. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Dr. Brad Weiss<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bradweissdds.com\/meet-dr-brad-weiss.html\">Dr. Brad Weiss<\/a> has\nover 20 years of experience in dentistry. Besides earning his dental degree\nfrom Indiana University\u2019s School of Dentistry in Indianapolis, he spends\ncountless hours each year continuing his education to provide quality care to\nhis patients. If you need modern services to complement your smile, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bradweissdds.com\/contact.html\">contact our office today<\/a>\nfor an appointment. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your smile can stay healthy for a lifetime with the right care over the years. Besides brushing and flossing, your teeth and gums also rely on preventive services from your dentist. The American Dental Association recommends everyone visits their dentist every 6 months for a cleaning and checkup. 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