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“I will not ignore regular dental tests,” said Manning. “Routine dental tests are very important to maintain oral health and to arrest dental issues early.”

In terms of the number of times you must visit the dentist to perform routine tests, this depends on the history of personal teeth and other issues.

“Regular examinations of patients should be specially designed for each patient separately, their risk factors and comprehensive dental health,” Peterson said.

“Some people may need to attend once a year, and they may be in good health; many people, twice a year a good idea; and some people who have danger or dental problems, may need to come three to four times a year,” Petson continued.

Talk to the dentist and dental health professional to find out the best frequency for you.

This article was originally appeared on HuffPost.