Effects of neglecting the dentist

I have recently found out that neglecting your dentist visits is highly risky. There are many different kinds of illnesses and diseases that can form and take root if not dealt with. That is why going to the dentist is very important as they clean your teeth and check for any illnesses and diseases that may be trying to form as well as any issues with the teeth. 

Tooth decay is one kind of disease or illness that can form from the neglect of going to the dentist. This happens when plaque eats away at the teeth. Plaque forms from eating and drinking. It is always coming. If plaque is not removed by brushing or dentist visits, then disaster can strike. Plaque mixed with bacteria will slowly eat away at the tooth enamel and eventually the gums. After a while, if left untreated, then your teeth could fall out. This is what is knows as tooth decay. Tooth decay also causes bad breath regardless of how much brushing or mouthwash has been done. This can be fixed with extensive work such as root canals or a crown. 

Speaking of tooth decay, gum disease will be an issue. If tooth decay is left untreated, then it will evolve into gun disease or gingivitis. This disease attacks the gums. The gum’s primary purpose is to form a tight seal around the teeth and keep the base of the tooth as well as the roots safe and healthy. Plaque build-up will attack the teeth and eventually the gums. It will eat away at the gums and break that tight seal. The bacteria will then be able to settle on the base of the tooth and attack the roots as well as the gums as free will as it is now in a tough spot to get to. This will lead to bleeding, swelling, and sensitivity in the gums. 

The final kind of problem that can arise if you choose to neglect the dentist as well as brushing is staining. This one is not as serious as the previous two unless you like a pretty white smile. Drinking coffee, tea, soda, and smoking cigarettes will lead to this issue and leave you with an unattractive smile. An easy way to make sure this does not happen is to make sure you are brushing your teeth every day and night, as well as making sure to go to every dentist appointment that is scheduled. A professional dental cleaning can help remove these stains, but that is a lot of money and can be easily avoided by brushing your teeth. Some darker stains will require more specialized cleaning. A cosmetic dentist will need to work with you, and they will help get your teeth white but again, that is a lot of money. Way more than a simple cleaning. 

Going to the dentist can be a scary experience, but it is essential for your oral health. If you choose not to brush, floss, or even use mouth wash, then you are at risk of one if not all of these oral issues. Simply going to the dentist when appointments are required will help prevent and stop all of these diseases and problems. I personally do not like the dentist, but I make sure to go to every appointment as well as brush my teeth twice a day.