Life can get chaotic at this time of year. The holiday season is almost upon us, and there are endless tasks and family responsibilities piling up. Not to mention, Halloween marks the start of sugar season: candy, Thanksgiving pies, and holiday treats. This is the perfect time for a dental cleaning and checkup.
Here are the benefits of an October dental appointment:
- Catch cavities before the busy holiday season
- Start the holidays with a clean, healthy smile
- Address small issues before they become more severe
- Take advantage of your remaining insurance benefits
- Set yourself up for success in the new year
Why October Matters for Your Smile
October is National Dental Hygiene Month, created in 2009 by the American Dental Hygienists’ Association. The purpose of this awareness event is to highlight how important dental cleanings and oral health are to overall health. Maybe it’s not a coincidence that it falls during the same month that children (and adults, if we’re being honest) annually collect and ingest huge amounts of candy! They may have been onto something important.
Fall is also a time when routines reset. Children return to school. The shape of our days shifts as winter approaches. It's also the season right before everyone gets busy. It’s common and understandable that people may delay dental care, as November through January are often so hectic, but acting now is how you stop small issues from becoming more severe. You don’t want an emergency dental appointment in the middle of Christmas. Scheduling a dental cleaning and checkup now sets you up for healthier months ahead.
What Happens During Your Preventive Visit
It’s common for people to go years without seeing a dentist. If that’s where you are, you don’t have to worry. The team at Clarendon Family Dentistry will meet you wherever you are with your oral health. There’s no judgment here.
When you come in for your appointment, Dr. Mooney will perform a comprehensive exam during which she’ll check every tooth and look for signs of decay, cracks, or wear. Here’s what else you can expect:
- A conversation about your dental concerns
- A visual exam
- An oral cancer screening
- A bite and jaw evaluation
Dr. Mooney and her team will also use intraoral cameras and digital X-rays so that they can better understand your oral health and educate you about it. After your exam, Dr. Mooney will discuss what she finds and work with you to build a personalized treatment plan.
Dive Into Fall the Right Way: Schedule a Cleaning
If you’re ready to get a jump start on the holiday season and make this October count, give us a call at (703) 522-8894. We’d love to see you this October, and get your teeth ready for all of that candy, too!