The routine dental hygiene appointment is the most undervalued appointment in the dental office. Many people either cancel or fail to make an appointment with their dental hygienist for one of a variety reasons. The most common of these is that their teeth feel “fine” at that particular moment. And while you may not currently be experiencing any pain or discomfort, or have noticeable tarter or plaque buildup, easily preventable health issues can quickly manifest due to a lack of care.
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