When you experience a change with your smile, it can be a confusing moment. You may have trouble deciding whether you should act quickly and set up a dental visit with us or if you should just ignore it. Unfortunately, when you don’t give a serious problem the attention it needs, it can lead to significant problems for your smile health. So, how to handle changes? Consider a few things to remember and you’ll be right on track.
#1: It Might Be Minor
You might see what looks like a crack in your tooth. However, the truth is that it’s a craze line, which is a fissure in your enamel and does not require restorative care. Sometimes, something that seems serious to your smile health is actually something that you may or may not elect to address. So, remember not to overreact when you notice a change.
#2: It Might Be Major
You might think that your minor toothache is just a slight annoyance. However, it turns out that the pain is a sign that you have a serious infection going on that just hasn’t become severely uncomfortable yet. This may mean you require serious restorative attention very soon. So, remember not to underreact to a smile health change.
#3: You Should Schedule A Visit No Matter What
Since it’s usually impossible for you to make a final and accurate diagnosis regarding your smile health, and since overreacting and underreacting benefit you in no way, it’s best to let us tell you what’s going on. Schedule a visit with us, and we can move on from there!
Let Us Know When You Notice A Change
Set up a visit with us if you notice a change with your smile health, so we can keep your oral well being protected and on track! Visit us for a dental checkup in Ankeny, IA by contacting Dental Impressions to schedule a visit at (515) 965-0230.
