{"id":16,"date":"2013-05-21T21:20:32","date_gmt":"2013-05-21T21:20:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.esplanade-dental.com\/?p=16"},"modified":"2023-08-03T16:23:01","modified_gmt":"2023-08-03T16:23:01","slug":"importance-of-regular-dental-checkups","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.esplanade-dental.com\/blog\/2013\/05\/21\/importance-of-regular-dental-checkups\/","title":{"rendered":"Importance of Regular Dental Checkups"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Regular dental checkups are the foundation of your dental health. Without <strong>regular checkups<\/strong>, your smile is at risk. We recommend you visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.esplanade-dental.com\">Esplanade Dental Care<\/a> twice a year, about every six months, for your <strong>regular dental checkup.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>Many times, patients think that because they brush and floss their teeth regularly that there\u2019s no need for them to visit their dentist. Unfortunately, this isn\u2019t correct. Brushing and flossing alone isn\u2019t enough to ensure the health of your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plaque and tartar can build up on your teeth and cannot be removed simply by brushing or flossing. It has to be removed with special tools by our caring staff at your <strong>dental checkups<\/strong>. Also, we\u2019ll check for signs of gingivitis, also known as gum disease. This bacterial infection is a serious threat to the health of your teeth and gums. We also have ViziLite technology to help us screen our patients for signs of oral cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important to make time to care for your dental health. A simple way to do this is by having a <strong>regular dental checkup <\/strong>twice a year. Regular dental visits result in a healthy, beautiful smile. Show your smile the care it deserves by calling our office today to schedule your next <strong>dental checkup.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At<strong> Esplanade Dental Care, Dr. Sherif Albert <\/strong>provides quality cosmetic and restorative dentistry services to brighten your smile. Our <strong>Downers Grove, Illinois <\/strong>dental office serves patients from <strong>Lombard, Wheaton, <\/strong>and surrounding areas. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.esplanade-dental.com\/\">Call us today<\/a> to schedule your next appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Regular dental checkups are the foundation of your dental health. Without regular checkups, your smile is at risk. 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