Visiting your dentist every 6 months can prevent a lot of oral health related problems such as tooth decay and gum disease. It is better to have your teeth and gums checked on a regular basis, rather than waiting to be in pain. Usually once you start experiencing pain, there might not be a lot we could do for you other than extraction or root canal. Coming every 6 months can help us diagnose any cavities that might be just starting and fix them before they get bigger and needing a root canal!! Coming every 6 months can also help spot any early signs of gum disease and we will be able to tackle it in time before your teeth start getting loose!! So you end up saving money in the longer run.