Is it time to pick up the phone and call your dentist?

While everyone should be visiting their dentist every six months, these aren’t the only times you may need to come into the office for care. We know that no one wants to have to come into the dentist’s office for treatment or an unexpected problem, but it’s important that you seek out our Wailuku, HI, dentists Dr. Heather Hearon, Dr. Catherine Vargas and Dr. Jonathan Lau right away for these top five problems,

There’s a bad taste in your mouth

If you notice a bad taste that doesn’t go away even after brushing and flossing your teeth, this could be a sign of severe decay or gum disease. This is because bacteria in the mouth produces acid that causes bad breath and leaves you with that unpleasant taste in your mouth. It’s important that decay is treated as soon as possible, so visit your Wailuku, HI, family dentist if you experience persistent bad breath.

You are missing one or more teeth

Everything from an injury to gum disease can leave you dealing with tooth loss. While we know it can be upsetting, our dental team also offers a wide range of tooth replacement options. Whether you want to get a dental implant, bridge or full dentures, we can replace any and all missing teeth to give you your smile back. The sooner you seek treatment for tooth loss the better.

You are interested in cosmetic dentistry

Dealing with a discolored smile? Hate that gap between your front teeth? If so, then it might be time to talk with us about cosmetic dentistry. We offer a full range of services that are tailored to your needs to help you achieve the perfect smile. Whether you want teeth whitening, dental veneers or a full smile makeover, we can help.

You’re experiencing pain

Pain is a sign that something isn’t right. If you are dealing with a toothache this is considered a dental emergency, and you should call your dentist right away. Jaw pain should also be addressed by a dental professional, as this could be a sign of TMJ disorder, a serious infection or a fracture. Pain that doesn’t go away should always be evaluated by our dental team, as most problems will not go away on their own without treatment.

It’s been more than six months since your last visit

Everyone should visit the dentist twice a year for checkups; however, if it’s been more than six months, or even years, since your last dental cleaning, it’s important that you schedule your next visit as soon as possible. These checkups are the best way to both prevent and detect cavities and other dental problems early, before they have a chance to become more serious or cause more damage.

If you are experiencing any of the problems above, or if you simply need to schedule a cleaning with our Wailuku, HI, dentist, call Wailuku Dental Group today at (808) 244-8808 to book your visit.