Frequently Asked Dental Questions Jacksonville

How Often Do I Need a Dental Appointment?

In truth, you should visit your dentist more frequently than you visit your regular physician; this is because a lot can happen in your mouth in just a few months, and biannual visits give your dentist the best chance to catch an issue like gum disease or tooth decay as early as possible before the damage becomes too widespread or even irreversible.

At What Age Do I Need to Start Bringing My Child to the Dentist?

Your child’s first baby teeth will erupt when they’re about six months old, but it can also happen sooner or later, as every child’s smile is truly different. In any case, once that happens, you should schedule a dental appointment for them before their first birthday. After that, you should start bringing them in for regular checkups every six months; their baby teeth play an essential role in dental development, so they must be cared for properly and monitored regularly.

What Are the Warning Signs of Gum Disease?

Bleeding and swollen gums are perhaps the two most common symptoms of gum disease, along with things like chronically bad breath and the gradual loosening of the teeth. However, sometimes there won’t be any warning signs at all during the early stages of gum disease. Since this condition can result in tooth loss, as well as the potential to affect other systems within your body, we urge you to keep up with your regular appointments so that we can detect gum disease and begin periodontal therapy as quickly as possible.

Is My Toothache a Dental Emergency?

Some toothaches can be resolved by flossing away anything caught between your teeth, or rinsing your mouth with water to remove the debris. However, sometimes the problem might not be so simple. In any and all cases, it’s best to treat the pain as a potential emergency, as many toothaches are a sign of a tooth infection. We’ll do all we can to see you on the same day as your phone call when you’re suffering from a dental emergency – we’re ready to help!

I Am Unhappy with My Smile. What Should I Do?

Your smile is far too valuable for you to not feel excited and passionate about it! If you’re unhappy with your smile’s appearance, your first step should be to call us here at Baldwin Dental of Jacksonville and schedule a cosmetic consultation. We recommend bringing some pictures of your favorite smiles to your appointment so that you can give us a clear idea of what kind of changes you’re looking to make; you’ll be surprised at what’s possible with the help of exciting treatments like veneers, whitening, and more!

Will You Take My Dental Insurance?

In many cases, yes! We are in-network with a wide number of dental insurance providers. Check our insurance page to see if your plan is listed among them. If you don’t see it, there’s a good chance we will still accept it; please call us with your policy information to confirm.