It is recommended that you see your dentist every six months for routine cleanings and checkups. That being said, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), only about 60-65% of adults have seen a dentist in the past year. There are a variety of reasons for this, including lack of dental insurance and fear of pain. If it has been a while since your last cleaning and checkup, you may be wondering if your upcoming visit will be painful? Fortunately, this shouldn’t be the case. Continue reading to learn what you can expect.
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