15 Reasons You Need To See A Dentist

Many of us often go years without a visit to the dentist. Whether it’s due to fear, lack of money or because we have no idea that there’s even anything wrong with our teeth. Whatever the reason, visiting the dentist twice a year will do you and your smile a world of good.

If it’s been years since you’ve sat in the dentist chair (or if you’ve yet to sit in one), this list is just what you need to see.  According to the American Dental Association (ADA), here are 15 reasons for when you’ll want to see your Dentist. 

1. Your teeth are sensitive to hot or cold
2. Your gums are puffy and/or they bleed when you brush or floss
3. You have fillings, crowns, dental implants, dentures, etc.
4. You don’t like the way your smile or teeth look
5. You have persistent bad breath or bad taste in your mouth
6. You are pregnant
7. You have pain or swelling in your mouth, face or neck
8. You have difficulty chewing or swallowing
9. You have a family history of gum disease or tooth decay
10. You have a medical condition such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, eating disorders, or are HIV positive
11. Your mouth is often dry
12. You smoke or use other tobacco products
13. You are undergoing medical treatment such as radiation, chemotherapy or hormone replacement therapy
14. Your jaw sometimes pops or is painful when opening and closing, chewing or when you first wake up; you have an uneven bite
15. You have a spot or sore that doesn’t look or feel right in your mouth and it isn’t going away.

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