Amazingly, it is nearly two years since our world changed so significantly, and many everyday routines remain disrupted or have disappeared entirely. However, one important regime is vital for you to continue, and that is seeing your dentist in Bowmanville regularly, particularly as the pandemic has most likely interrupted many people’s oral care routines and general health habits.
More time at home has led to more frequent snacking in some cases, and there’s nothing as comforting as a sugary treat or beverage. When combined with less frequent brushing and flossing and delaying visits to the dentist, these habits can negatively impact oral health, and good oral health is an important part of overall health. If it has been a while since you last visited West Bowmanville Family Dental, we encourage you to schedule your regular dental checkup now and look forward to welcoming you back safely.
When you see a dentist for dental checkups in Clarington, we can monitor your oral health closely, quickly detecting any changes that may indicate signs of disease such as tooth decay and gum disease. When detected early, dental problems are easier and less expensive to treat and can often be remedied before you see or feel anything is wrong.
One common problem is gum disease, and advanced gum disease is a risk factor for serious systemic diseases, including diabetes, stroke, heart disease, rheumatoid arthritis and respiratory diseases. Gum disease is entirely preventable with proper oral care, but the early signs are easy to overlook unless you regularly see a dentist in Newcastle. When we check your oral health, we assess your gum health carefully, and any early signs of this disease are easily reversible. Usually, we can treat early gum disease by cleaning your teeth professionally and reviewing your oral care routine with you carefully to see if there are areas that could improve. Provided you persevere with your new oral care routine, your gums should quickly become stronger and healthier.
Is It Safe to Visit the Dentist?
With everything that has happened, it’s hardly surprising that some patients may wonder if dental visits are safe, but we’d like to reassure you that we take every precaution to keep everyone safe and free from infection. Dentists are fully trained to follow strict infection control measures and are experts in infection protection, even before the pandemic. We continually review these measures, updating them as needed to provide you with the safest level of care possible, protecting you and our dental team. All equipment and materials are handled, stored, and sterilized correctly, following the strictest guidelines.
What to Expect When You Next Visit the Dentist?
If it has been a while since you visited a dental office in Courtice, you will probably notice some changes as dentists are using even more safety measures than before, such as extra personal protective equipment, touchless thermometers and advanced screenings, and of course, increased levels of cleaning and disinfecting. Appointments are well spaced out to allow us to disinfect the treatment rooms thoroughly between patients. The waiting area is rearranged to eliminate non-essential items like magazines and toys and ensure adequate space between chairs. We ask that any patients who feel unwell stay home and reschedule their appointment for when they feel better.
What to Do if You Have a Dental Emergency?
If you have a dental emergency such as a severe tooth infection or abscess, or an injury to your mouth or dental pain, please contact us. A dental emergency may require immediate treatment, or we can offer advice over the phone until you can be seen safely.
