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A member asked:
How often should i go to the dentist?
8 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
6 months: Every 6 months minimum is the recommedation for cleanings and check ups. Everyone is a bit different and waiting a little longer is frequently not problematic, however many people need to be seen more ofter because of periodontal disease, high caries risk, or other conditions as recommended by your provider.
Answered 7/14/2012
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6-3 months recall : Every six months is perfect, and also if you have advanced gum conditions then you may have to go every three months ask your dentist what he/she thinks.
Answered 3/27/2019
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It depends on YOU: Everyone is different. Some need to be seen every 2-3 months due to a high frequency of decay and/or gum disease. Others may only need to be seen every 2-3 years because they rarely have issues. The average is about every 6-8 months for a teeth cleaning, and about every 12-18 months for exam and x-rays. Your dentist should evaluate you and make a recommendation based on your needs.
Answered 3/19/2013
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