{"id":364,"date":"2020-01-20T16:11:00","date_gmt":"2020-01-20T16:11:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.licdentalassociates.com\/blog\/?p=364"},"modified":"2021-10-14T20:19:42","modified_gmt":"2021-10-14T20:19:42","slug":"visit-the-dentist-in-long-island-city","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.licdentalassociates.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/20\/visit-the-dentist-in-long-island-city\/","title":{"rendered":"Start the Year with a Visit to the Dentist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.licdentalassociates.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/AdobeStock_289100388__1581005696_11482.jpg\" alt=\"Dentist and patient\" class=\"wp-image-365\" width=\"308\" height=\"205\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.licdentalassociates.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/AdobeStock_289100388__1581005696_11482.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.licdentalassociates.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/AdobeStock_289100388__1581005696_11482-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.licdentalassociates.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/AdobeStock_289100388__1581005696_11482-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 308px) 100vw, 308px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When are you\nplanning to see the dentist this year? If you haven\u2019t already made an\nappointment, now is the perfect time to schedule one. By having a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.licdentalassociates.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">preventive\ncheckup and cleaning<\/a> done as early as possible, you can keep your smile\nbright and healthy all throughout 2020! Learn more about the advantages of\nseeing your dentist in Long Island City early in the year as well as what you\ncan expect during your visit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits of Having a Dental Appointment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While some people think they can maintain good oral health (and\nsave money) just by brushing and flossing, there are many, many reasons why\nregular dental visits are important:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Your dentist will often be able to find signs of\ncavities and gum disease before you even realize there\u2019s a problem.<\/li><li>&nbsp;Regular\ncleanings can get rid of plaque in areas you haven\u2019t been able to brush or\nfloss effectively on your own; they\u2019re also the most reliable way to get rid of\ntartar.<\/li><li>An adult\u2019s dental checkup will also include an\noral cancer screening so that worrisome lumps and discolored lumps can be\nidentified. <\/li><li>Having small dental issues treated early reduces\nthe need for complex dental procedures later.<\/li><li>For children, these visits are an opportunity to\nlearn the proper way to brush and floss as well as check for potential\ndevelopmental issues. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if your teeth are perfectly healthy and intact, the\nabove advantages will make your regular dental visits worthwhile. And if you\nhave dental insurance, preventive visits are one of the best ways you can use\nyour benefits before the end of the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens During a Dental Appointment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your biannual dental visits have two phases: the checkup and\nthe cleaning. During the checkup, your dentist will ask about your health\nhistory before completing a full examination of your teeth, tongue, and gums. They\u2019ll\nbe looking for signs of tooth decay and other oral diseases. X-rays are\ntypically taken at least once a year to look for problems that would be difficult\nto notice during a simple visual check, such as bone loss in your jaw or impacted\nteeth (as in teeth that are trapped under the gums). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the checkup is done, it will be time to clean your\nmouth with a special set of instruments designed to remove plaque and tartar. A\nhygienic cleaning is important for avoiding gum disease, cavities, and bad\nbreath. After the cleaning, your teeth will be polished; you\u2019ll walk out of the\npractice with a dazzling, newly improved smile!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A dental visit is usually recommended every six months. If\nit\u2019s been a while since your last visit, or if you think you might need dental\nwork in the future, why not start the year off right by calling your practice\nnow?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About LIC Dental Associates<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here at LIC Dental Associates, we always treat our patients\nas valued guests, and we consider your comfort and health to be our top\npriorities. Our experts are thoroughly trained in all aspects of dentistry, and\nthat naturally includes providing quality preventive care. To schedule your\nfirst checkup of the year, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.licdentalassociates.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call\n(718) 530-6539. &nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When are you planning to see the dentist this year? If you haven\u2019t already made an appointment, now is the perfect time to schedule one. By having a preventive checkup and cleaning done as early as possible, you can keep your smile bright and healthy all throughout 2020! 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