{"id":55,"date":"2020-01-07T21:41:00","date_gmt":"2020-01-07T21:41:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hamptonsbeachdental.com\/blog\/?p=55"},"modified":"2020-01-30T21:41:55","modified_gmt":"2020-01-30T21:41:55","slug":"start-2020-off-right-visit-dentist-westhampton","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hamptonsbeachdental.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/07\/start-2020-off-right-visit-dentist-westhampton\/","title":{"rendered":"Start 2020 Off Right: Visit Your Dentist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hamptonsbeachdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/AdobeStock_174320938__1580420201_44300-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"woman smiling confetti\" class=\"wp-image-56\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hamptonsbeachdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/AdobeStock_174320938__1580420201_44300-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hamptonsbeachdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/AdobeStock_174320938__1580420201_44300-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.hamptonsbeachdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/AdobeStock_174320938__1580420201_44300.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s 2020! It\u2019s not only a new year but also a new decade\nand a great opportunity for a new start. If you are one of the many people who want\nto set health goals, you can worry about staying on track consistently\nthroughout the year. Some healthy habits, such as going to the gym and eating\nhealthy foods, can be challenging. Well, what if you could do something\nbeneficial for your oral and overall health <em>only a few times a year<\/em>?\nOther than daily brushing and flossing, visiting your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hamptonsbeachdental.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">dentist in\nWesthampton<\/a> for a checkup and cleaning is the best and simplest thing you\ncan do this year to meet your goals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Catch Dental Problems Early<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>During your checkup, your dentist closely examines your\nentire mouth, including each individual tooth and your gum tissue. Why is this\nimportant to do on a regular basis? Oral problems, such as cavities and gum\ndisease, can develop quickly and often don\u2019t have noticeable symptoms until after\nthey have already caused serious damage to your smile. However, if you have a\ncheckup on a regular basis, these issues can be identified and treated as early\nas possible with less invasive procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get an Oral Cancer Screening<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to a general oral exam, your dentist quickly\nperforms an oral cancer screening during these routine visits. As with tooth\ndecay, this form of cancer often starts with subtle symptoms that can be missed\nby the untrained eye. As an expert in the oral cavity, your dentist can spot\nwarning signs and help you get a diagnosis as soon as possible, increasing the\nodds of successful treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Remove Plaque and Tartar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another critical part of your regular, routine dental visits\nis a thorough teeth cleaning. Even if you brush and floss every day as\nrecommended, little areas of plaque can build up over time. If allowed to\nremain there, plaque hardens into tartar, which is difficult to remove without\nprofessional tools. Your hygienist gets rid of these deposits, preventing\nissues from occurring down the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Protect Your Smile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After your cleaning, the dental team will likely apply a\nconcentrated fluoride treatment to your teeth. This mineral fortifies tooth\nenamel against bacteria and acids, helping it resist decay. Receiving this\ntreatment frequently ensures that your natural teeth are better protected in\nbetween visits. Also, you can use this appointment to talk to your dentist\nabout any procedures or dental work that you\u2019re interested in pursuing, such as\nporcelain veneers, Invisalign, or sleep apnea treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you begin this new year and a new decade, you can\nimplement little things into your lifestyle to keep your smile going strong.\nWith just a few visits to the dentist, along with daily oral hygiene, you can\nensure your long-term oral and overall health for years to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Beach Dental, Dr. Alexis Gersten and Dr. Jason Parli\nencourage families and individuals to have dental checkups and cleanings regularly.\nDuring these appointments, they spend time to get to know patients personally,\nbuild long-lasting relationships, and offer services that help patients achieve\ntheir smile goals. If you would like to schedule an appointment with Dr.\nGersten or Dr. Parli, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hamptonsbeachdental.com\/contact.html\">contact Beach Dental<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s 2020! It\u2019s not only a new year but also a new decade and a great opportunity for a new start. If you are one of the many people who want to set health goals, you can worry about staying on track consistently throughout the year. 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