{"id":21,"date":"2013-01-16T18:14:12","date_gmt":"2013-01-16T18:14:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.drkingscott.com\/?p=21"},"modified":"2016-05-13T21:30:48","modified_gmt":"2016-05-13T21:30:48","slug":"dental-checkups-for-the-new-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drkingscott.com\/blog\/dental-checkups-for-the-new-year\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental Checkups for the New Year"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>Start the New Year off right with a dental checkup <\/strong>appointment at Dr. King Scott’s<\/a> office. Make a commitment to your dental health this year and come see us every six months for healthy teeth!<\/p>\n

You may be asking yourself why you need to keep coming back if you\u2019re brushing twice a day and rinsing with Listerine after you brush and your teeth seem fine. A dental checkup <\/strong>is crucial because there are many things that could be going on with your teeth that you cannot see or remove yourself. Plaque and bacteria and calculus can build up on your teeth, and can only be removed by our dental team.<\/p>\n

We are also checking you for signs of oral cancer, periodontal disease or other dental health concerns. If left unchecked, these can cause a threat to your overall general health and certainly your total dental health. Since there may not be a lot of symptoms, it is essential that you come see us regularly. With regular care and examinations, these issues can be detected and treated appropriately, helping you\u00a0have a healthy, terrific smile.<\/p>\n

Your old restorative dental work maybe wearing out and may be in need of replacement because of wear or decay. We will ensure the health of your teeth by doing a comprehensive tooth by tooth exam for cavities, decayed fillings and broken down filling along with and other dental concerns.<\/p>\n

A dental checkup <\/strong>is an important tool to help ensure the best health of your teeth. Come in a minimum of two times a year to keep your smile shining bright!<\/p>\n

Dr. King Scott\u2019s West Monroe, LA dental office <\/strong>is dedicated to creating beautiful, healthy smiles. We serve patients from Monroe, Ruston, Rayville, Farmersville, Columbia, Winnsboro, Delhi, South Arkansas, and all of greater North Louisiana<\/strong>. Call us<\/a> today to schedule an appointment!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Start the New Year off right with a dental checkup appointment at Dr. King Scott’s office. Make a commitment to your dental health this year and come see us every six months for healthy teeth! 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