Why Visiting Your Dentist is SO Important!

Visiting the dentist isn't anyone's favorite thing to do. But, it's still important to have your regular check-ups in order to keep your teeth - and your whole body - healthy! At Access Dental and Dentures, we help make your visit as comfortable and easy as possible. That way, when you make your dental appointment every six months, you don't have to feel anxious or apprehensive. Keep reading to learn all about the importance of your regular dental visits and our convenient locations that make taking care of your health even easier!

Our Several Convenient Locations!

We have five locations across Missouri to better serve your needs, so there's no excuse to not go to the dentist when you should! Almost all of our clinics have on-site, full-service dental labs, staffed with our own highly-trained dental technicians. This makes providing dental services easier for our dentists, and more convenient for our patients. Check out the location nearest you!

SPRINGFIELD, MO

1701 West Sunshine
Springfield, MO 65807

OSAGE BEACH, MO

4320 Osage Beach Parkway
Osage Beach, MO. 65065

ROLLA, MO

416 S. Bishop Ave. (Hwy 63)
Rolla, MO 65401

MOUNTAIN GROVE, MO

921-A N. Main
Mountain Grove, MO 65711

Thorough Cleaning

At home, you can certainly remove a lot of debris, bacteria, and surface stains that have accumulated on your teeth throughout the day. However, plaque can harden into tartar and then there is nothing you can safely do from home to remove it. Tartar is a hard substance that sticks to your teeth until it is scaled off by a professional. If you try scraping it off yourself, you could very easily scrape through your enamel which would make your teeth even weaker than before and more prone to cavities.

You dental hygienist will carefully scale off any tartar build up on your teeth, polish them with professional grade polish that helps break up anything stuck to the surface, floss between your teeth to remove any stubborn particles, and leave your mouth feeling fresher and cleaner than any home cleaning ever could.

Cavity & Health Check

Even if you consistently brush your teeth twice a day, floss every day, and eat a balanced diet, issues could still arise with your oral health that you may not notice on your own. Your wisdom teeth may be coming in at an angle from the back of your mouth, which can cause jaw pain and shifting teeth. Your brushing technique could be missing between the backs of your molars where plaque and tartar have started to build up. You could be brushing too hard and causing wear and inflammation on your gums. There are a lot of things that could be going on in your mouth you may not realize without a visit to the dentist.

When you come in for a check-up, your dentist will inspect your teeth and the rest of your mouth to make sure there aren't any issues that need to be addressed. They are skilled at identifying weak spots in teeth where cavities may be starting to form. With a quick examination using simple tools, a dentist can tell you if you have cavities, or if there are any major issues that need to be addressed.

Schedule Your Appointment

Visiting the dentist is an important part of your health journey. Dental health issues can cause more significant health problems if inflammation and infection enters the bloodstream. Let us help keep you healthy and safe with the best dental care in southern Missouri. Contact Access Dental and Dentures to schedule your next appointment!

We want to be your dentist because your family deserves a great smile! 

1-877-DENTIST

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