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(EMAILWIRE.COM, January 13, 2011 ) Woodinville, WA - Parents are generally good at making sure their kids brush their teeth twice a day to help keep their teeth free of cavities. Most people remember being taken to the dentist for a checkup and teeth cleaning every six months when they were young, and will diligently drive their own offspring to the dental office at least twice a year.
When it comes to their own dental habits, however, many adults are surprisingly slack, and often go for years without a visit to their Bothell dentist unless their teeth start to cause them pain. They will frequently also forget to brush and floss regularly or check their mouths for receding or bleeding gums. Children are usually taught the importance of maintaining good dental hygiene, eating balanced meals, and avoiding candy and sugary drinks to prevent bacteria from causing tooth decay and periodontitis (gum disease). Nonetheless, it seems people neglect these important tasks as they get older.
At Signature Smiles, a family dentist Kenmore WA residents rely on, Dr. Cristin Dowd reports that parents bring their children in regularly but often wait far longer between appointments for themselves. With nobody to make sure they go to the dentist, and a busy life to lead, many parents simply donÂ’t get around to scheduling a visit.
In this economic climate, some people might feel inclined to put off visiting their Kirkland dentist so they can save money. However, itÂ’s worth remembering that a preventive treatment such as a cleaning or small filling is likely to cost a lot less than having the problem taken care of once it has spread and become more serious. Of course a routine dentistÂ’s appointment tends to be relatively quick and painless too, while a root canal, tooth extraction or other major procedure can take a long time and be quite uncomfortable.
As a family dentist Bothell area residents favor, Signature Smiles is actively trying to promote the idea that adults need to continue to look after their teeth and gums throughout their lives. With proper daily care and regular visits to the dentist, teeth can truly last a lifetime.
More information about preventive dentistry and other dental services at Signature Smiles is available at MindBodyandSmile.com or by calling (425) 489-1177.
About Signature Smiles
Signature Smiles is an eco-friendly dentist serving families in and around Snohomish County and King County, Washington. Drs. Cristin Dowd and Ken Wu believe in treating each patient as though that person is a member of their own family. Signature Smiles addresses all areas of dentistry for both adults and children, including preventative services, cosmetic dentistry, tooth implants and restorative dentistry.
Signature Smiles can be contacted on 425.489.1177 or via MindBodyandSmile.com.
Signature Smiles
Cristin Dowd
425.489.1177
cdowddds@yahoo.com 
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