If you’ve had your first dental appointment in a while, then you are on your way to achieving optimal oral health! Visiting the dentist is essential when protecting your oral health, but it’s only the first step. Walking out the doors with a clean mouth is a wonderful feeling, but imagine having that feeling on a daily basis.

The good news is celebrating National Dental Hygiene Month is as easy as brushing, flossing and visiting the dentist in Yakima regularly!

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Did you know that tooth decay can be reversed if treated in the beginning stages? If you follow the advice of a dentist in Yakima and take action early on, you may be able to prevent some cavities from damaging your teeth. However, once tooth decay progresses past a certain point, there is no turning back the clock. Understanding how a cavity progresses can help you know how to fight back and maintain a healthy mouth. Here is what happens during each of the 5 stages of tooth decay.

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