The standard recommendation is to visit your dentist twice a year for check-ups and cleanings. This frequency level works well for most people, although some people with gum disease, a genetic predisposition for plaque build-up or cavities, or a weakened immune system might need to visit the dentist more frequently for optimal care.

The three biggest reasons we strongly support the twice-yearly visitation schedule are:

• So that your dentist can check for problems that you might not see or feel
• To allow your dentist to find early signs of decay (decay doesn't become visible or cause pain until it reaches more advanced stages).
• To treat any other oral health problems found (generally, the earlier a problem is found, the more manageable it is).