How Often Should You Get a Dental Checkup?

Here's a sobering reality: by the time you feel dental pain, you're often looking at thousands of dollars in treatment costs. As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon who's performed thousands of procedures, I've seen this pattern destroy both health and finances—and it's completely preventable.

The answer to "how often should I see my dentist?" isn't as simple as the standard "twice a year" advice you've heard your whole life.

The Real Answer: It Depends on Your Risk

Most adults should visit their dentist every 6 months, but your individual needs may vary based on several factors:

• Low risk patients: Every 6-12 months
• Moderate risk patients: Every 3-6 months
• High risk patients: Every 2-3 months

What Makes You High Risk?

Research shows certain conditions require more frequent monitoring:

• Gum disease (affects 42% of adults over 30)
• Diabetes (significantly increases gum disease risk)
• Heart disease (gum disease increases heart attack risk by 28%)
• Pregnancy (hormonal changes increase infection risk)
• Smoking (increases oral cancer risk by 6x)

The Problem with Waiting 6 Months

Here's what most people don't realize: dental problems develop between visits. By the time you feel pain or notice symptoms, significant damage has often occurred. Research shows that most oral health issues are largely preventable with early detection and proper care.

Bridging the Gap with Smart Technology

While you can't visit your dentist daily, you can get professional-grade oral health insights every single day.

How Feno Transforms Between-Visit Care:

AI-Powered Oral Scanning: Our built-in scanner captures detailed images of your teeth, and gums, detecting changes that could indicate developing problems.

Daily Health Monitoring: The Feno Plus app tracks trends in your oral health, alerting you to potential issues before they become painful or expensive.

Professional-Grade Cleaning: With 18,000 bristles delivering 250 strokes per tooth in just 20 seconds, Feno achieves near-complete plaque removal compared to traditional brushing methods.

Personalized TrueFit Technology: Unlike one-size-fits-all silicone U-shaped brushes that miss critical areas, our TrueFit mouthpiece comes in six personalized sizes, ensuring optimal coverage for your unique dental arch and oral cavity.

Personalized Health Reports: Get detailed insights about inflammation, plaque buildup, and systemic health risks based on your oral health patterns.

The Cost of Delayed Care

Consider these sobering statistics:

• Root canal treatment: $1,500-$2,000
• Dental implant: $3,000-$5,000
• Gum disease treatment: $500-$10,000
• Early detection and prevention: Often under $200

My Recommendation

Visit your dentist every 6 months for routine care, but don't rely solely on those visits for optimal oral health. The Feno system provides continuous monitoring and professional-grade cleaning that can significantly enhance your between-visit care and help detect potential issues early.

Ready to bridge the gap between dental visits? Learn more about the Feno Smartbrush system and discover how personalized oral health technology can transform your daily routine.

Your mouth is the gateway to your health—and now you have the key.