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Nobody likes going to the dentist. It can be painful and uncomfortable, and sometimes it leads to expensive treatments. So it’s understandable that you might put it off for as long as possible.

However unpleasant it may be, going for regular dental checkups in Perth is essential for maintaining good dental hygiene. The longer between your visits, the greater the chance there is of a relatively minor issue developing into a much more serious one that could potentially require extensive treatment and have a detrimental impact on your overall health.

If you haven’t been to the dentist for a check-up in a while, here are five tell-tale signs that something might be wrong, and that you should book an appointment as soon as possible.

Swollen Or Bleeding Gums

This is definitely a huge red flag! Healthy gums are generally firm, pinkish in colour, tightly drawn and sit comfortably around each tooth. 

If you notice that your gums are swollen, red or bleeding (especially when you brush them) it’s a good indication a build-up of plaque and bacteria has caused an infection or another periodontal disease. This can be extremely serious if left untreated for a long period of time.

Swollen, bleeding or painful gums are a surefire sign that you need to book in for a dental check-up

Discoloured Teeth

Brushing your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and flossing regularly is a great foundation for your dental hygiene routine, but the truth of the matter that even doing this can’t prevent all of the plaque and bacteria in your mouth from hardening into tartar on your teeth.

This is especially true of the hard-to-reach areas of your mouth. If you notice spots or pockets of dark colouring in-between or at the top of your teeth, it’s a sign that you’re due for a dental check-up.

Serious tartar build-ups like this can’t be removed with regular brushing, and if left on your teeth can lead to cavities and tooth decay.

Sensitive Teeth & Gums

If your teeth or gums are sensitive or painful, then it’s a clear indication that it’s time to visit the dentist for a check-up.

Tooth and gum sensetivity can be caused by a number of things including brushing too hard or too often, bad grinding habits (often while you sleep), receding gums, gum disease, cracked teeth, cavities or decayed fillings to name just a few.

As soon as you notice even a relatively minor level of discomfort, the safest thing to do is book a dental appointment and get a check-up.

Bad Breath

Everyone has bad breath from time to time (who doesn’t like eating things with lots of garlic in them, right?), but the issue is more serious of you have bad breath all of the time.

Known medically as halitosis, consistently bad breath could be an indication that you’re suffering from cavities, trapped bacteria, tooth decay or gum disease.

In addition to being quite embarrassing, your bad breath could be a sign that you have some serious underlying dental conditions, so booking a dental check-up can help you rectify the situation.

Wobbly Or Loose Teeth

Healthy teeth should sit firmly in your gum tissue without any movement. The underlying cause of any loose teeth is generally more of an issue than the loose tooth itself, though that alone is enough to cause discomfort and embarrassment.

The most common cause of loose teeth is periodontal disease that causes gums to become inflamed and your teeth to lose attachment to the gum tissue.

If you notice any wobbly or loose teeth, then it’s a clear sign that you’re well overdue for a dental check-up.