When your day is booked from early in the morning until late in the evening, squeezing in a dental exam might not seem like a priority. After all, your teeth look fine. Dr. Jeffrey Katz of Katz Family Dentistry in New York cautions against skipping those six-month visits, even if you don’t think you have a problem. For more than 30 years, he’s offered cosmetic dentistry, fillings, and teeth cleaning to Webster area families. Over the years, he has seen how important regular exams are to your oral health and recommends that you visit your dentist twice each year.

Why is it so important to see your dentist regularly for teeth cleaning appointments?

• Whiter Teeth: Coffee, tea, and soda can stain your teeth and dull your smile. Your visit to Katz Family Dentistry includes teeth cleaning to remove surface stains that can make your teeth look yellow and unappealing.
• Plaque & Tartar Removal: No matter how carefully you floss and brush, plaque can build up on your teeth. If it isn’t removed periodically, it can turn into tartar. Tartar is so hard that it can only be removed at your dentist’s office. Tartar is not only unattractive, it’s also a threat to your oral health. When it forms at your gum line, it can cause painful gum disease.

• Identification Of Problems: Some cavities are so small that they can only be seen on dental X-rays. When you visit your dentist regularly, he can spot cavities and other potential problems, offer fillings, and start treatment to prevent cavities from becoming more serious. He’ll also check for signs of gum disease and thoroughly examine your mouth, jaw, and neck.

Ready to make your next dentist appointment? Call Katz Family Dentistry at (585) 671-2340 and schedule an appointment. Take a look at their website for information on the services and treatments they offer to keep your smile bright and healthy.