Many people do not like going to the dentist. If you are one of them, you may be asking yourself, "How often do I have to go to the dentist?" Even if you do not have a problem such as pain or fracture in your teeth, you must have heard that you should go to the dentist at least once in 6 months. This is a suitable period for individuals who do not have dental problems. Tooth decays and gum diseases are preventable in the initial stage with regular dental check-ups. For example, if tooth decay is detected initially, it can be treated with a filling, but it may require root canal treatment in later stages. In other words, with regular checks, you can minimize future problems and solve problems before they become worse. 

In addition, individuals who smoke heavily, have diabetes, gum disease, or have immune system problems should visit their dentist more often.