How often do you visit your dentist?

@reco13 (605)
Philippines
January 24, 2011 1:52am CST
I visit my dentist every month since I wear braces. It has to be adjusted regularly of course. But if ever I don't wear these, I think I will not be this punctual in making appointments with my dentist. I think annual checkup may be fine. What about you, how often do you visit the dentist?
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@greenline (14838)
• Canada
26 Jan 11
My teeth are getting worse, year to year before, now more recently month to month. I have not been visiting my dentist regularly so far. But, now with worsening teeth conditions, I should be from now on. I may have to start wearing braces too like you.
@hlgmdt (300)
• Philippines
24 Jan 11
Hello! I visit my dentist twice a year, like every after six months...I usually have my teeth cleaned by the dentist to avoid plaque build-up and to have thorough cleansing which regular brushing cannot do. I also have had tooth fillings, so it's important that I get to have them checked.
• Philippines
24 Jan 11
Dentists and doctors are most often visited only when we have problems with our teeth and health. Although it has often been said that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, most people do not visit the dentist for check ups or dental cleaning. I am supposed to visit my dentist 2x a year for dental cleaning but I almost always fail to do this and end up visiting my dentist only once a year. I think most people do not prioritize oral health in doing their personal financial budgeting. We most often wait till we have some sort of oral disease or painful dental cavities before we hurry to the dentist.
@riquen (45)
• United States
24 Jan 11
Well, ususally checkups are supposed to be every 3-5 months. I go around 2 times a year haha. I either don't have time, money, or insurance. :( I also go when i get toothaches... This year hopefully I get everything on track and go around 3 times. I want to keep my teeth healthy and good luck with your braces! :)