{"id":99,"date":"2023-03-29T07:06:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-29T07:06:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentalgroupofjefferson.com\/blog\/?p=99"},"modified":"2023-04-21T19:06:51","modified_gmt":"2023-04-21T19:06:51","slug":"appreciate-your-dental-hygienist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dentalgroupofjefferson.com\/blog\/?p=99","title":{"rendered":"Why Should You Appreciate Your Dental Hygienist?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Now that March is nearly over, you\u2019re likely preparing for April. Perhaps that means getting supplies for Spring Cleaning or, if you observe it, making plans for Easter. Whatever the case, you shouldn\u2019t forget your dental hygienist in the coming month. The reality is that April\u2019s second week is Dental Hygienist Week! You\u2019ll thus want to honor this highly-dedicated dental worker<\/a>. Luckily, your local dentist can help. To that end, here are four reasons dental hygienists deserve your continued respect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

They Handle Most of Your Dental Checkups<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you don\u2019t already know, the hygienist is the one who handles most of a dental checkup\u2019s duties. Consequently, they\u2019re the person you spend most of your time with at a dental visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As for the evidence, just consider your last dental checkup. Chances are the hygienist was the one who took your X-rays. Similarly, they\u2019ll have performed your previous oral cancer screening. The hygienist is also responsible for your standard teeth cleaning at each visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Simply put, dental hygienists contribute greatly to your mouth\u2019s health. That\u2019s often reason enough to appreciate them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They Save You Money on Dental Care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Hygienists do more than keep teeth shiny. They prevent dental problems and catch them early, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fundamentally, the dental hygienist is your first line of oral health defense. Through their thorough checkups and cleanings, they ward off decay, stop surface stains, and clean your mouth\u2019s hard-to-reach areas. As a result, their efforts save you money otherwise spent on restorative and cosmetic work. In fact, a Journal of Dental Medicine report concluded that a hygienist spares you $12,000 overall!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They\u2019re a Familiar Face<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Even if you don\u2019t have dental anxiety, seeing a familiar face at a dental visit improves it. After all, having a rapport with your hygienist makes the appointment less stilted and awkward. Each six-month visit feels less like sitting with a stranger and more like catching up with a friend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Given this fact, visiting the same dental practice for care consistently is a good idea. That way, you and the dental staff will have a chance to build a positive relationship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They Teach You About Oral Hygiene<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

True, you may know about twice-daily brushing and once-daily flossing. Even so, your hygienist can recommend personalized tips just for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, imagine that your hygienist knows your current oral care habits. In that case, they can teach you the right pressure to use when brushing, the products best suited for your dental needs, and how to floss correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, then, dental hygienists are truly worthy of your appreciation. Therefore, keep them in your minds and hearts as mid-April approaches!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The<\/em> Dental Group of Jefferson<\/em><\/a> is based in Jefferson, OH. Led by <\/em>Drs. Casey Hammon<\/em><\/a> and <\/em>Stephanie Pichler<\/em><\/a>, our practice offers personalized dentistry to the whole community. To that end, we perform preventive, cosmetic, and restorative treatments, as well as emergency dental procedures. You can even trust us with periodontal and TMJ therapies! For more information or to book a visit, reach us on <\/em>our website<\/em><\/a> or call us at (440)-576-7040<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Now that March is nearly over, you\u2019re likely preparing for April. Perhaps that means getting supplies for Spring Cleaning or, if you observe it, making plans for Easter. Whatever the case, you shouldn\u2019t forget your dental hygienist in the coming month. The reality is that April\u2019s second week is Dental Hygienist Week! You\u2019ll thus want […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nReasons to Appreciate Your Dental Hygienist<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"This Dental Hygienist Week, appreciate your dental hygienist. 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