If you want to keep your car in pristine condition and avoid major issues, it’s best to get a tune-up a couple of times a year. Similarly, your teeth need to be looked at by your dentist regularly to prevent problems like cavities and gum disease. Most dentists recommend that you attend a checkup and cleaning every six months, or twice a year. However, it can be understandably difficult to remember to schedule these appointments. To help you maintain excellent oral health, here are three easy tips for making and keeping your next dental checkup.
1. Book Your Next Appointment Right After Your Cleaning
Most of us hardly ever think about routine dental appointments in our daily lives. Can you remember the date of your last checkup? Probably not. Six months can fly by and before you know it, you’re overdue for your next exam.
Rather than stressing yourself out trying to remember to schedule your next appointment, go ahead and book it as soon as your last one is over. Even if you end up needing to reschedule, it’s good to have something on the dental team’s calendar that they can remind you about.
2. Give Yourself Plenty of Reminders
A lot can happen in six months. The checkup can still sneak up on you even if you record the date in your calendar. When you first mark down the date of your exam, set another reminder two or three weeks before then. This should help you schedule your work and personal life around the appointment and give you time to reschedule if need be.
3. Select a Time of Year and Stick to It
Making dental checkups part of your annual routine will eventually help you remember that it’s time for your cleaning even if you forget to set reminders on your calendar. For example, the beginning of a new year and the start of summer break are both transitional times that can remind you that it’s time to see your dentist. Plus, those times aren’t too busy for dental practices.
Has it been a while since your last dental checkup and cleaning? If so, call your dentist today. Getting in the routine of twice-a-year visits can keep your smile healthy and bright for life!
About the Practice
Dr. Steven Crovatto and Dr. Megan Edwards both earned their Doctor of Dental Medicine degrees from the University of Florida and have been practicing together in Orange Park, FL for several years. They both enjoy working closely with patients to develop a personalized treatment plan to ensure healthy smiles. If you’re interested in maintaining a healthy smile with preventive dental care, contact their office at (904) 272-0800.