In addition to your home oral hygiene habits, the American Dental Association recommends that you visit your dentist twice a year for a cleaning and checkup. Unfortunately, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that only 84% of children and 64% of adults scheduled an appointment last year. Often, it is believed that you only need to see your dentist after a problem develops; however, this is not true. Although you may want to avoid the costs of dental visits, regular services from your dentist are necessary to keep your teeth and gums healthy. By doing so, you will save money on your dental care.
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