{"id":525,"date":"2025-02-20T15:38:24","date_gmt":"2025-02-20T15:38:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.votodds.com\/blog\/?p=525"},"modified":"2025-04-15T15:39:55","modified_gmt":"2025-04-15T15:39:55","slug":"4-reasons-to-spring-clean-your-mouth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.votodds.com\/blog\/4-reasons-to-spring-clean-your-mouth\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Reasons to Spring Clean Your Mouth"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Spring is (finally!) here, and that means there are a few things you can look forward to. The days will get longer, the flowers will bloom, and people everywhere will begin spring cleaning. But what about your mouth? Doesn\u2019t it deserve some TLC, too?\u00a0 Don\u2019t start the season with dirty teeth. Here are a few great reasons why now is the time to schedule your biannual exam and cleaning<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ve Got New Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Now that it\u2019s 2025, your dental insurance benefits have reset, and you are likely to be entitled to two preventive dental exam and cleaning appointments this year. These regular visits help keep a close eye on your oral health, looking out for dangerous problems like oral cancer, cavities, and gum disease. You\u2019re already paying for your benefits, so don\u2019t let your hard-earned money go to waste. Be sure to use your benefits regularly to keep your teeth and gums in excellent health!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll Be Traveling Soon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re headed overseas for spring break, to the islands for a destination wedding, or looking forward to taking off to the National Parks this summer, taking care of your teeth and gums now can help prevent any dental emergencies from ruining your vacation later. Nobody wants to cancel their plans to deal with a cavity or be sidelined in a foreign dental clinic with a tooth infection. Thus, be sure to visit your dentist before you leave, so you can relax and enjoy your break (and look great smiling in all those selfies!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll Be Looking for Work<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you or your child is about to graduate from high school or college, you may be entering the job market very soon. A healthy, beautiful smile has been shown to help improve your odds of employment.  Give yourself a competitive edge over other applicants and get your teeth ready to wow the brass at your big interview!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll Be Moving Out<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your child is just beginning their college journey, that\u2019s an important reason to keep their teeth and gums healthy, too. After all, they can\u2019t just drop in for an emergency appointment with their trusted family dentist if they\u2019re in college 1000 miles away. Thus, be sure their mouth is in good health before sending them off to school this fall, so they can focus on their studies, and you can focus on turning their room into that gym you\u2019ve always wanted!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember, spring is a time of new growth and opportunities, including a great one to protect your oral health at your biannual dental exam and cleaning. Don\u2019t let dirty teeth ruin your fun. Schedule your preventive dental appointment today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Dr. Voto<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Jayson Voto<\/a> earned his dentistry degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry.  Today, he is an active member in the American Dental Association, American Orthodontic Society, Oklahoma Dental Society, and the Tulsa Dental Society. He places a heavy emphasis on continuing education and is a frequent participant in the Spear Study Club and Oil Capital Study Club.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To schedule an exam and cleaning, please visit our website<\/a> or call us today at 918-272-5381.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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