The value of going to the dentist - is it important to you?

Its fairly common to hate going to the dentist, just the thought of sitting in the dentist's chair is enough to make some people stressed, but it is so important to get those regular checkups to ensure that your teeth are looked after in the long run.

In a recent survey, one in five people (18%) said that they would cancel a dentist appointment in order to go to the pub, have a social night out, or even just go on a shopping trip.

Recent studies have shown that oral health can be linked to a number of serious medical conditions, such as breast cancer, strokes, diabetes, pneumonia and even dementia, therefore making the dentist even more important.

For more on the survey, please visit https://www.healthinsurancedaily.com/health-insurance/product-area/cash-plans-dental/article443311.ece

That cinema outing accompanied with a tub of popcorn may be more fun, but perhaps its worth rethinking if you're due a dental visit...