Dental check-ups are an important part of a routine medical check up. Many medical concerns can be traced to dental problems. As we age, visiting a dentist can be a cost effective way of preventing diseases that can begin with a small dental problem but evolve into major medical concerns. An example of this would be Rheumatic Heart Disease. Any bacteria that grew in an oral cavity can enter can eventually cause systemic damage. Timely dental treatment can be preventive, interceptive and corrective.