{"id":847,"date":"2026-03-06T16:34:39","date_gmt":"2026-03-06T16:34:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/blog\/?p=847"},"modified":"2026-03-23T16:36:32","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T16:36:32","slug":"how-dodging-the-dentist-can-impact-your-oral-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/blog\/how-dodging-the-dentist-can-impact-your-oral-health\/","title":{"rendered":"How Dodging the Dentist Can Impact Your Oral Health"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/AdobeStock_274116345__1754085774_98025-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Man at the dentist smiling and giving thumbs \" class=\"wp-image-848\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/AdobeStock_274116345__1754085774_98025-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/AdobeStock_274116345__1754085774_98025-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/AdobeStock_274116345__1754085774_98025.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>As a busy person, your schedule might not have much wiggle room in it. You may look at it a bit tentatively, seeing what you can postpone to enjoy your free time some more. While your visit with the dentist might seem like a candidate for this, it\u2019s important you don\u2019t skip it! Your dental appointments are crucial for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/general-dentistry.html\">a strong smile<\/a>, so here\u2019s what can happen by avoiding them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">You\u2019re At a Higher Risk of Dental Problems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter how well you are at brushing and flossing, there&#8217;s a chance you\u2019ll develop oral health issues. That&#8217;s because there might be some areas in your mouth you don&#8217;t clean as effectively. These places can accumulate bacteria and turn into hardened plaque. Once this happens, your toothbrush alone can\u2019t remove them. However, your dentist has state-of-the-art instruments to take them off gently and effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don&#8217;t, then you risk getting cavities, gum disease, and the like. Dental problems like these can&#8217;t heal on their own. They often start minor and can pass under your radar, but they can advance and cause serious complications like tooth loss when left untreated. By simply sitting in your dentist&#8217;s chair, they will be able to spot anything troubling and give you the treatment you need to keep your smile comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">You Won\u2019t Receive an Oral Cancer Screening<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An unfortunate truth you should be aware of is that anyone can get oral cancer. Some people are at a higher risk due to habits like smoking or excessive alcohol consumption, but you should try your best to catch it as early as possible. It can start off with minor symptoms that can be easy to ignore, but it can progress until it becomes a serious issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news is your dentist is here to make sure you don\u2019t have this condition. Semi-annual checkups allow you to get a screening to find any worrying things. If there are red flags, they will get figured out and treated to give you the highest chances of a successful recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While you may be tempted to skip your dental cleaning, they are an important visit to have. Don\u2019t see them as a block in your schedule, but as a way you can sit back and relax as someone else takes the reins. That way, you can feel confident getting a smile you don&#8217;t have to worry about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/about-our-office.html\">Artistry Smile Center<\/a>, you benefit from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/meet-the-dentists.html\">skilled leadership<\/a> of Dr. Angela Courtney and Dr. Christy Cox. We are dedicated to helping the Columbus community get the stronger set of teeth and gums they deserve with checkups and cleanings. By seeing us routinely, we can help you avoid oral health issues that can be frustrating to deal with later on. If you are due for your next semi-annual visit, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/contact-us.html\">schedule an appointment<\/a> or call our office at <strong>(614) 451-7393.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As a busy person, your schedule might not have much wiggle room in it. 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