All too often, people hesitate to make dental appointments until they are sure they are having a dental problem. However, waiting too long can actually complicate your treatment and recovery. Here are three signs you should visit the dentist soon, and why you won’t regret being proactive. 

How to Tell It’s Time for a Dental Appointment

1. Dental Sensitivity

Dental sensitivity can be a sign that the protective enamel on the surfaces of your teeth has deteriorated, making the pulp inside of your teeth especially sensitive to temperature changes during eating, drinking, and talking. Sensitivity can also be a sign of gum recession. 

2. Pregnancy 

The hormonal changes experienced during pregnancy can be especially hard on your smile. In addition to causing problems like bad breath and gingivitis, pregnancy can also lead to issues like gum tissue overgrowth or oral tumors. Fortunately, visiting with your dentist during pregnancy isn’t just safe — it is recommended by the American Dental Association (ADA). 

3. Self-Consciousness

Do you think twice about the way your teeth look before you open your mouth to laugh, talk, or smile for a picture? If so, it could be a sign that you should meet with your dentist to discuss your cosmetic dentistry options. In addition to replacing missing teeth, dentists can also help to even out the look of your smile and make the teeth whiter and brighter. 

Your smile is important, so don’t put off visiting a trusted dentist such as Ronald W. Ristow, DDS. With a commitment to bringing all of the best new technologies to Oconto County, WI, this family dentist can help with everything from emergency dental visits and preventative checkups to teeth whitening and dental implants. To book an appointment, send them a message online or call (920) 846-3163.