If you brush your teeth twice a day, pat yourself on the back. This is generally the base line advice that most dentists give to their patients to keep their teeth clean. That said, there are plenty more tips they have up their sleeves for keeping your mouth, gums and gnashers healthy. If taking better care of your teeth is on your self-care list this year, read on to discover how you can set yourself up for a brighter, whiter year.
Get flossing
While brushing your teeth goes some way to keeping them clean, flossing reaches those places that your toothbrush can’t. This helps to prevent plaque from building which can lead to cavities and gum disease, plus prevent the formation of tartar. One of the first signs of gum disease is gingivitis which is inflammation around the gums, flossing even once a day can significantly reduce the chances of this developing. To maximise oral health, booking a thorough clean with your hygienist once every six months is recommended.
Cut the sugar
Before you put that sugar in your coffee, spare a moment’s thought for your teeth. Many of us have a sweet tooth, though the effects of too much sugar on our teeth are not so sweet. The natural bacteria of the mouth feed off the sugar producing acid damage which can lead to tooth decay. While you do not have to give up the sweet stuff all together, make sure you always brush thoroughly at least twice a day and attend regular hygiene visits to help prevent things ending up not so sweet for you and your teeth.
Treat your teeth to a good toothbrush and hygienist
While sweet treats may be out, the good news is there are some better things for your teeth you can indulge in. Firstly, choosing a good quality toothbrush will ensure you are getting to those hard to reach places and properly removing food particles that can prevent cavities. An electric toothbrush is a great choice, working twice as hard to make every second of brushing count. For the ultimate oral self-care, having a good hygienist on speed dial will do wonders for your teeth. At Brunswick Dental Rooms, our regular hygiene check-ups leave you and your teeth feeling amazing.
The Takeaway
Taking care of your teeth with regular brushing, flossing once a day and limiting sugary foods can prevent gum disease and optimise dental hygiene. Regular appointments with your hygienist are also recommended to ensure you are keeping your enamel strong. If you are looking to improve your oral health, why not join the home of happy teeth?
Call Brunswick Dental Rooms today and give yourself something to smile about.
