{"id":129,"date":"2022-06-15T13:00:15","date_gmt":"2022-06-15T11:00:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gatewaydental.co.za\/site\/?p=129"},"modified":"2022-06-21T10:20:40","modified_gmt":"2022-06-21T08:20:40","slug":"how-often-do-i-need-to-visit-the-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gatewaydental.co.za\/site\/how-often-do-i-need-to-visit-the-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"How Often Do I Need To Visit The Dentist?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Wondering how often you should be booking dental appointments at your dental practice in Durban? The general rule of thumb that most dentists recommend all over the world is twice a year. A cleaning and check-up appointment every six months is the most effective way to prevent gum disease, cavities and other issues before they become too serious.<\/span><\/p>

For most people, bi-annual appointments work. With that said, some patients may be able to get away with going once a year. Others may need to go every three months. Essentially, the best way to determine which is the right frequency for you personally is to ask your dentist for advice. If you have a low risk of cavities and oral disease<\/span>, your dentist may tell you that you do not need to come in twice a year. If, on the other hand, you have a higher risk of dental disease, you will likely need to make dental appointments more often. High risk patients include the following:<\/span><\/p>