{"id":525,"date":"2019-03-10T15:58:43","date_gmt":"2019-03-10T15:58:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/?p=525"},"modified":"2019-04-10T15:59:14","modified_gmt":"2019-04-10T15:59:14","slug":"a-family-dentist-in-virginia-beach-says-to-start-spring-with-a-clean-smile","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/a-family-dentist-in-virginia-beach-says-to-start-spring-with-a-clean-smile\/","title":{"rendered":"A Family Dentist in Virginia Beach Says to Start Spring with a Clean Smile"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/AdobeStock_243652754__1554846034_88921.jpg\" alt=\"a young woman smiling\" class=\"wp-image-526\" width=\"310\" height=\"117\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/AdobeStock_243652754__1554846034_88921.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/AdobeStock_243652754__1554846034_88921-300x113.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/AdobeStock_243652754__1554846034_88921-768x289.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 310px) 100vw, 310px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that Spring has arrived, people are working hard to\nclean up their homes and yards with the help of consultants and DIY cleaning\ntips and tricks. From organizing closets to finally getting rid of all that\njunk piling in your garage, your spring-cleaning to-do list is ready to go. But,\nwhat about your smile? Are you concerned about the cleanliness of your teeth\nand gums? You should be, which is why your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/family-dentistry.html\">family dentist in\nVirginia Beach<\/a> says there\u2019s no better time than Spring to care for your\nsmile. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Simply Your Life this Spring with a Clean Smile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For most people, spring cleaning is a time to get rid of the\nold, organize what\u2019s left, and improve the state of their home and yard. While\nyou may have a laundry list of items to take care of, you should consider\nscheduling a visit with your dentist in Virginia Beach to kick off the season. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Making sure your oral health is in check is important to\nyour overall health. Not only does it allow your dentist to perform a thorough\nexam of your mouth, but you\u2019d be surprised how a simple, routine checkup can\nsimplify your life. Want to avoid multiple visits to your dentist for tooth\nrepairs, treatments, or dental procedures? Make sure you stick to your six-month\ncleaning schedule. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Benefits of a Routine Checkup <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve made the decision to devote time to cleaning the\nenvironment in which you live, you can take some additional time to make sure\nyour oral health is in tip-top shape. During your visit, your dentist may opt\nto take x-rays to get a complete look of your teeth and gums. Since not all\nproblems lie above the surface, these x-rays can help your dentist to see what\nlies beneath the gum line. Then, you can expect a thorough cleaning and\nexamination to ensure there are no causes for concern. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Routine dental checkups are a great way to stay on top of\nyour oral health. When you walk out of your dentist office with a fresher,\ncleaner smile, you\u2019ll better understand the benefits that come with these\nsix-month appointments:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Gum Disease\nPrevention<\/strong>: If you\u2019re neglecting to floss at home, it will be noticeable to\nyour dentist because of the state of your gums. If they are red, inflamed, or\nbleed while your dental hygienist is flossing between your teeth, you could\nhave an early sign of gingivitis. This can easily be reversed with a thorough\ncleaning by your dentist and practicing good oral habits at home. However, if it\nhas advanced, you could be looking at periodontitis that can cause loose teeth\nand bone loss. <\/li><li><strong>Cavity\nPrevention: <\/strong>Your dentist will be able to detect any signs of tooth decay that\ncan lead to cavities. If any are spotted, it will be important to have them\nfilled as soon as possible to prevent further infection. Of course, you will be\nexpected to maintain good brushing and flossing and habits at home to keep any\nfuture cavities from forming.<\/li><li><strong>Checking Dental\nRestorations: <\/strong>Do you have a dental implant? Maybe a few crowns or veneers?\nWhether it is cosmetic or restorative, any treatments you\u2019ve received in the\npast will be thoroughly examined by your dentist. You don\u2019t want to have to\nvisit your dentist for more repairs or replacements, do you? Then make sure you\ndon\u2019t forget about your regularly scheduled dental appointments. <\/li><li><strong>Stain Removal:<\/strong>\nDuring your cleaning, it will obvious to your dentist if you drink lots of\ncoffee or soda because of the level of discoloration on your teeth. Using\nspecialized tools, your dental team with remove surface stains, giving you a\nbrighter, more beautiful smile.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Taking care of your teeth should be a top priority. You go\nto the doctor for a regular checkup, don\u2019t you? Why not do the same with your dentist\nin Virginia Beach? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Practice <\/strong><br>At Smile by Design, we listen to you to learn about your dental needs and how we can assist in helping you to achieve your desired results. Using a gentle touch, you\u2019ll see that we provide high-quality dental care in a welcoming environment. Whether you need a general cleaning or restorative treatment, our team of dental experts is here to ensure your smile is in good hands. To learn more about our office, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilebydesignva.com\/contact-us.html\">contact us<\/a> at <strong>(757) 499-9639<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Now that Spring has arrived, people are working hard to clean up their homes and yards with the help of consultants and DIY cleaning tips and tricks. From organizing closets to finally getting rid of all that junk piling in your garage, your spring-cleaning to-do list is ready to go. But, what about your smile? 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