4 Reasons to Be Thankful for Your Dentist this Thanksgiving

This Thanksgiving, there are probably quite a few things in your life that you’re thankful for: loving friends and family, time off from school or work, and of course, a dinner table loaded with all your favorite festive dishes and desserts! But there is one other thing, or rather, one person that you should be certain to show your appreciation to this year—your trusted dentist! Keep reading below to learn a little more about the things your dentist does for your oral well-being all year long: without them, you probably wouldn’t smile very often!

Reason #1. Dentists Keep Your Smile White

The bottom line is that there is no person better equipped for maintaining the beauty of your smile than your dentist—it’s what they’ve dedicated their career to! Dentists can whiten your teeth in a mere matter of minutes, and to a much greater degree than any whitening products you can purchase at the store. They can also utilize other innovative cosmetic treatments to target mild or major aesthetic flaws and bring your teeth back to an unparalleled level of symmetry and brightness.

Reason #2. Dentists Prevent Disease

Did you know that your oral health and overall health are closely linked? Research shows a systematic connection between the mouth, gums, and other bodily systems—meaning that often, if there’s an unaddressed problem in your smile, it has the potential to affect the rest of your body! Dentists are trained to detect issues like gum disease, tooth decay, and oral cancer—but by identifying these and similar issues, they’re also protecting you from future bodily harm.

Reason #3. Dentists Encourage Good Oral Hygiene

It’s true that your dentist is the expert on all things relating to oral health—meaning that you should take a page from their book and listen to what they have to say! Dentists can provide you with helpful information that allows you to better care for your smile at home, which in turn helps you avoid painful dental issues. They’ll be able to instruct you and your children on proper brushing and flossing techniques, dietary practices, and anything else that can help you maintain your smile on your own.

Reason #4. Dentists Help Improve Confidence

Your smile is often the first feature that strangers notice about you—so if you have misaligned, cracked, or discolored teeth, it can make you feel uncomfortable to smile and show off your pearly whites in public. Needless to say, this can greatly harm your self-esteem. Your dentist can improve the aesthetics of your smile, which in turn will make you feel inclined to grin often! You’ll notice improved social and professional relationships, and might even experience increased opportunities.

About the Practice

Under the leadership of Dr. Jeffrey R. DeMartino and Dr. Nelida Garcia-DeMartino, the team at DeMartino Dental Group is thrilled to provide patients and families in Phillipsburg with an unrivaled level of care! They offer a wide range of preventive, cosmetic, and restorative treatment options for patients of all ages. If you have any questions about the blog or you’d like to schedule a visit for you or a loved one, feel free to contact the practice online or over the phone for additional information or assistance. Telephone: (908) 859-5260.