Some people visit us every six months for a cleaning and examination, like clockwork. Others only visit when there’s a problem. Which one describes you? We hope you see us regularly because that is the best thing you can do for your oral and overall health. Keep reading to learn more about the benefits of being proactive with your oral health.
What it Means to Be Proactive
A proactive approach seeks to prevent problems before they arise and minimize the damage when problems do arise. Proactive dental care means being committed to improving your oral health, focusing on prevention, and treating any problems quickly.
How to Be a Proactive Patient
- The first quality of a proactive patient is consistency: committing to an effective oral hygiene routine at home and visiting us every 6 months for cleanings and examinations.
- The second quality of a proactive patient is vigilance: monitoring your oral health between appointments and reaching out to our office if you notice anything concerning
- The third quality of a proactive patient is action: seeking treatment at the first sign of a problem and following through with treatment recommendations
Why Being Proactive Matters
Your oral health is important, too important to ignore until there’s an urgent problem. There is a direct connection between your oral health and your overall health, so keeping up with one is equally as important as keeping up with the other.
Beyond the health implications, being proactive has financial benefits. It is no secret that preventative care and early intervention cost far less than emergency treatment. Over time, you can save thousands of dollars by taking a proactive approach to your oral healthcare.
If you are due for a check-up and cleaning, please call our office located in North Huntingdon, PA. We are here to help you with all of your oral healthcare needs and help you be a proactive patient.
