{"id":121,"date":"2023-09-12T19:12:34","date_gmt":"2023-09-12T19:12:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.robertawhitmoredds.com\/blog\/?p=121"},"modified":"2023-11-07T19:16:37","modified_gmt":"2023-11-07T19:16:37","slug":"4-simple-questions-to-ask-your-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.robertawhitmoredds.com\/blog\/2023\/09\/12\/4-simple-questions-to-ask-your-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Simple Questions to Ask Your Dentist"},"content":{"rendered":"
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You may think you already have an idea of what proper dental hygiene looks like. You know to brush and floss your teeth twice every day, after all. You\u2019ve heard it\u2019s the best preventative method<\/a> to avoid potential problems. If you\u2019re not seeing your dentist every 6 months for a checkup, though, you might miss early signs of tooth decay or gum disease. Keep reading to learn 4 questions to ask your dentist during your next visit!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Question #1: How Is My Overall Oral Health?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first thing your dentist will do is examine your teeth, gums, and mouth to ensure everything is as it should be. They\u2019ll be able to let you know whether there are signs of anything worrisome, and what to do about it. If your gums bleed slightly during your exam, for example, they\u2019ll encourage you to floss more frequently at home to prevent gingivitis. You should know exactly what condition your mouth is in when you leave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Question #2: How Can I Improve My At-Home Routine?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Even if you\u2019re brushing and flossing regularly, you can ask your dentist about other ways to improve your pearly whites. They might suggest:<\/p>\n\n\n\n