Dentist In Buckhead Gives Patients Three Reasons To Schedule Regular Dental Exams

    ATLANTA, GA, November 16, 2013 /24-7PressRelease/ -- It's easy enough to skip a dental appointment or promise to "reschedule," but being lax with oral health has consequences. Dr. Maxwell Ferguson, dentist in Buckhead-Atlanta, Georgia, stresses how important it is to make that upcoming dental cleaning and examination.

"Why do I recommend patients to come back every six months? It's to promote healthy teeth and gums. At my practice, a professional cleaning and exam will catch any abnormalities, so I can treat issues before they get worse," said Dr. Ferguson, Buckhead dentist.

A clinical dental exam looks for signs of tooth decay, gum disease and oral cancer. Checking for cavities is just one part of the exam. Dr. Ferguson also examines patients' bite, saliva, gums and lower jaw joints. Early treatment of tooth decay and gum disease can save the natural teeth, and detecting oral cancer at an early stage can save lives. Dentists diagnose millions of oral disease (tooth decay, gum disease and oral cancer) cases each year, and the number is rising because many patients don't seek dental care. Annual checkups are for patients overall well being.

At annual appointments, Dr. Ferguson and his team check the cleanliness of patients' gums and teeth. During a professional cleaning, plaque and tartar are easily removed. Towards the end of the dental appointment, Dr. Ferguson goes over any concerns he noticed during the exam. If patients visit Dr. Ferguson every six months, patients are more likely to keep their teeth and gums healthy.

Most patients comment that they have good oral hygiene habits, so their oral health is at its best. That isn't always true. Some patients who keep a strict oral hygiene regiment can also develop cavities and gum disease. No one is immune to tooth and gum issues, which is why it's very important to let Dr. Ferguson keep an annual record of patients' oral health to help identify any oral abnormalities. Every patient has a unique smile and different dental needs, so let Dr. Ferguson make the best recommendations for optimal oral health.

It's best to be well informed regarding oral health. Don't let small issues become bigger problems later on. Schedule an appointment with one of the best general and family dentist in Buckhead, Dr. Ferguson, today. Call (404) 816-8725 or fill out an appointment request form via his dental website at www.lmaxwellfergusondds.com. Dr. Ferguson looks forward to meeting and treating patients living in Atlanta. Once you submit an appointment form, Dr. Ferguson's team will be in contact in a prompt manner.

Media contact:
L. Maxwell Ferguson, D.D.S.
First Dental Associates
[email protected]
2970 Peachtree Road NW, Suite 460
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 816-8725
www.lmaxwellfergusondds.com

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