Published on July 29, 2019 by Riverview Dental
When you suffer from a fairly strong fear of the dentist, the prospect of having a dental procedure can feel like the impossible. In fact, many patients actively avoid visiting their dentist even for a check-up for fear that they will be told that they need treatment. Unfortunately, this means that your dental health is almost certainly needlessly suffering. Dental check-ups are an invaluable part of your preventative dental care, enabling your dentist to identify developing issues early and before they cause symptoms or have a detrimental impact on your oral health. However, it isn’t just your teeth and smile that are at risk. Research has found conclusive evidence that there are very real links between oral hygiene and good overall health, with patients who neglect their dental care being found to be more likely to suffer from conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, kidney disease and more....
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