Are 6 month dental cleanings necessary in this day and age?

The no cavity thing has some to do with genetics (like everything else) but I also question how necessary it is to go twice per year. And why on earth are x rays needed annually? To get a more thorough picture of any cavities forming?

I get a cleaning every 6 months & x rays once a year through my dental insurance
300.00 isn’t much if you catch something early, major dental work is expensive

I was bitching to my wife about going for a cleaning. Turns out I had a cavity. Sad.

My dentist, who posts here only does X-rays once a year.. clean twice.. if the hygienist doesn’t notice anything on non X-ray visits I may not even see the dentist

I missed a couple of cleanings..The hygienist (no pics she is HOT) said that I must use Colgate Total because my teeth didn't need that much cleaning.

My mom has a mouth full of cavities so I'm not sure it's genetics.

I go once every three months to get all the pubes out my teeth.

Cleanings and checkups are free with the last three or four insurances I have had. Why are you paying for yours?

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Are 6 month dental cleanings necessary in this day and age?

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It is simply a way for white collar workers to get out of work two days a year.