{"id":131,"date":"2020-11-30T21:49:58","date_gmt":"2020-11-30T21:49:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pearlwhitedentistry.com\/blog\/?p=131"},"modified":"2020-12-02T21:54:19","modified_gmt":"2020-12-02T21:54:19","slug":"dental-checkups-covid-19","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pearlwhitedentistry.com\/blog\/dental-checkups-covid-19\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental Checkups During Covid-19"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-85\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pearlwhitedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Screen-Shot-2019-02-21-at-3.13.29-PM-300x200.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pearlwhitedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Screen-Shot-2019-02-21-at-3.13.29-PM-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.pearlwhitedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Screen-Shot-2019-02-21-at-3.13.29-PM.png 623w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The coronavirus pandemic has changed life as we know it for people throughout Florida, across the country, and around the world. Although health care experts have advised people to take a number of specific steps to protect themselves from Covid-19, it is also important to continue to do what\u2019s necessary to maintain and improve general health and wellbeing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">That includes regular <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pearlwhitedentistry.com\/checkups-and-cleanings.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">dental checkups<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, which are vital to ensuring oral health and can play a role in warding off other medical conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cMany times people do not comprehend that teeth are attached to the body, to the bone and head, and that it is as important to take care of their teeth as their organs,\u201d Dr. Chad Gehani, president of the American Dental Association, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.today.com\/health\/what-expect-dentist-s-during-covid-19-pandemic-t188567\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">recently told Today<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. &#8220;Most of the dental diseases are preventable and, if detected in an early stage, they are very inexpensive and they are very easily treatable. If you let the oral condition go for too long a period of time, it can become more complicated later on.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In South Florida, Ft. Lauderdale dentist <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pearlwhitedentistry.com\/meet-the-doctor.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Dr. Natalia Benda-Celenski<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and her team at Pearl White Dentistry are helping people maintain oral health and brighten their smiles during the pandemic. We are also taking a number of steps to keep patients and our staff safe.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What to Expect at Your Checkup<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Routine checkups are not just a central part of good oral hygiene, they are also quick and painless. The checkup gives a dental professional an opportunity to take a look at what is going on inside your mouth and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pearlwhitedentistry.com\/dental-cleaning.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">clean your teeth<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> to remove any tartar buildup.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">During the exam, Dr. Natalia will assess your oral health by checking your teeth for cavities, tooth decay, damage or crowding. She will also look for potential gum disease, a serious condition in which your gums become infected.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Dr. Natalia may also recommend we take x-rays during your visit to take a closer look at your teeth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Most people should see a dentist for a checkup twice a year. Some patients who may be at particular risk of gum disease or other issues are recommended to see a dentist more frequently. That includes smokers, women who are pregnant, people who have gum disease, and others who are prone to infection.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">At Pearl White, we understand that some people are often nervous about visiting a dentist. That is why we take a number of steps to ensure your comfort during a checkup and cleaning, including by offering<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> a variety of<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pearlwhitedentistry.com\/sedation-dentistry.html\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">sedation dentistry<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> options.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Schedule a Checkup at Pearl White Today<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you are looking for a routine checkup and cleaning or interested in other services to improve your smile in South Florida, Fort Lauderdale dentist Natalia Benda-Celenski and her team at Pearl White Dentistry can help.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pearlwhitedentistry.com\/about-us.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">experienced dental professionals<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> who take the time to understand each person\u2019s individual situation and goals. We work with a wide range of insurance plans and are happy to assist with patient financing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Contact us online, call us at <a href=\"tel:+1-954-491-8812\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">(954) 491-8812<\/a>, or email us at dr@pearlwhitedentistry.com to schedule an appointment with a Fort Lauderdale emergency dentist.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The coronavirus pandemic has changed life as we know it for people throughout Florida, across the country, and around the world. 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