{"id":45,"date":"2020-01-05T00:54:11","date_gmt":"2020-01-05T00:54:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/?p=45"},"modified":"2020-02-13T00:55:57","modified_gmt":"2020-02-13T00:55:57","slug":"talented-dentist-in-stephens-city","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/05\/talented-dentist-in-stephens-city\/","title":{"rendered":"For Excellent Oral Health in the New Year, Do This!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/man_smiling_in_dentist_chair_1___1570677442_74310.jpg\" alt=\"young man smiling in dentist chair\" class=\"wp-image-46\" width=\"304\" height=\"203\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/man_smiling_in_dentist_chair_1___1570677442_74310.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/man_smiling_in_dentist_chair_1___1570677442_74310-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/man_smiling_in_dentist_chair_1___1570677442_74310-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 304px) 100vw, 304px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As the new year gets underway, it\u2019s an opportunity to adopt\nsome positive habits, especially in the area of your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">dental\nhealth<\/a>. However, the condition of your teeth and gums can impact more than just\nyour mouth; it can also affect your overall wellness. So now is the perfect time\nto pay your dentist in Stephens City a visit. For more information about why\nthis is important and to discover the benefits you stand to gain, continue\nreading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Potential Dangers of Overlooking Your Oral Health <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Failing to make your dental health a priority can cause far-reaching\nproblems. Oral plaque doesn\u2019t just rest in your mouth. It can eventually enter\nyour bloodstream and travel to other parts of your body. This can lead to\nserious conditions like hypertension, stroke, heart disease, several forms of cancer\nand liver dysfunction. So when you commit to better oral health, your entire\nbody will thank you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why an Early Visit is So Important<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, many people don\u2019t visit a dentist until they\nhave a problem that can no longer be ignored. But this doesn\u2019t have to be the case\nfor you. By taking advantage of preventive care, which involves receiving a checkup\nand cleaning, any problems that may be quietly developing can be identified and\naddressed before they become worse. This will allow you to avoid any\nunnecessary suffering and the need for complex treatments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How a Dental Visit Can Save You Money<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have dental insurance, then you\u2019re paying a monthly\npremium to maintain it. The best way to protect your investment is to visit a\ndentist every six months for preventive care. The good news is that it doesn\u2019t\nmatter whether you\u2019ve been negligent in the past. What\u2019s more important is for\nyou to take advantage of the opportunity before you right now. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Even More Benefits Await You<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the other advantages of making a dental visit\na priority:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>It provides an opportunity for learning, as the\ndentist can go over oral hygiene techniques and other ways to improve your oral\nhealth.<\/li><li>You can ask questions about any issues you may\nhave noticed.<\/li><li>If you have smile flaws, you can discover what\ncan be done to make improvements.<\/li><li>By having any built-up plaque and tartar removed,\nyou can experience the joys of maintaining your oral health instead of having\nto scramble for solutions to address any flare-ups. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to get the new year started in a healthy\nand positive manner, then now is the time to contact a local dentist to schedule\na visit!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For over 30 years, Dr. Thomas A. Gromling has been a trusted fixture in the surrounding area. The Medical College of Virginia at Virginia Commonwealth University graduate understands that the best way to treat a problem is to prevent it from happening. Thus, Dr. Gromling stresses the importance of maintaining regular visits for checkups and cleanings. He treats patients at his private practice, and he can be reached for more information through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As the new year gets underway, it\u2019s an opportunity to adopt some positive habits, especially in the area of your dental health. However, the condition of your teeth and gums can impact more than just your mouth; it can also affect your overall wellness. 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