Get Your Summer Rolling with a Trip to Your Dentist!

What’s on your to-do list this summer? Are you planning a vacation to the beach? Maybe you’re loading up the kids for a cross-country road trip? Regardless of what fun activities and trips you’ve planned, there’s one more thing that you should ensure is near the top of your summertime to-do list: visiting your dentist for a checkup and cleaning! Although this might not sound as fun and exciting as some of your other escapades, these visits are incredibly beneficial and keep your smile bright and white all season long! Here are three reasons why you should see your dentist this summer.

Keep Your Smile Looking and Feeling Its Best All Summer Long

Throughout all of your summer fun, you might find yourself taking plenty of selfies and capturing all kinds of memories on video—so you should want your pearly whites to look stunning for all of these moments! Visiting your dentist during the summer will allow them to inspect your smile for any issues that might compromise its health or beauty; if necessary, they can then follow up with appropriate treatment.

Take Advantage of Your Generous Summertime Schedule

The fact of the matter is that you should be visiting your dentist twice a year anyway for routine checkups and cleanings—and given that summertime falls right in the middle of the calendar year, it serves as a natural checkpoint; if you haven’t attended your first checkup yet, now is the time! Not to mention, many of us tend to enjoy a little extra downtime during the summer and have openings in our schedules. If you’re in school or have kids in school, you won’t have to worry about attendance or make-up days. It’s also worth noting that this generous summertime window also grants your dentist plenty of time to start (and finish) any lengthy or complex procedures.

Effectively Prevent Dental Emergencies

Dental emergencies are incredibly inconvenient, to say the least, and they also have a knack for occurring at the worst possible times! Experiencing any type of dental emergency can be quite a bummer during summer and might even spoil your plans. But by visiting your dentist beforehand, you can ensure that your teeth and gums are in great shape—and a healthy mouth is far less likely to encounter emergencies. That said, avoiding emergencies isn’t always possible, and if you do experience something, you’ll at least have peace of mind knowing you have a dentist you can rely on to treat you!

About the Author

Dr. Kevin Schrimper received his dental degree from the University of North Carolina and has proudly served patients and families in the Rocky Mount area for several years! His practice is pleased to offer a wide range of preventive, cosmetic, and restorative services that are certain to keep your smile looking and feeling great all summer long. If you have any questions about the blog or you need to schedule a visit for you or a loved one, you can contact the practice online or over the phone for further assistance. Telephone: (252) 557-8518.