According to a study reviewed in the New York Times, medical doctors interrupt patients describing their symptoms after a mere 18 seconds. Thankfully this situation is much different in a dental office! When you get your checkup and cleaning you have a full hour to talk with your hygienist and dentist in Chesterfield. They can spend much more time than an MD discussing your oral health and understanding your concerns.
In particular, since your hygienist has spent so much time with you at each visit they have a unique perspective on the health of your gums. That puts them in a great position to answer any questions you have and work with you on your hygiene habits. But what should you ask? In this blog, we’ll give you some examples of questions to ask so that your checkups are as valuable as possible.