Five Top Tips for a Healthy Smile
A beautiful smile starts with healthy teeth and gums. Most dental issues are preventable and the way you take care of your teeth now will determine your future oral health. Here we provide the top five tips to keep your smile beautiful and healthy.
Brushing twice a day and flossing once a day is the first step in preventing several dental issues, like cavities, discoloration, and gum disease. Following a vigilant hygiene routine at home ensures that your smile is free of plaque, the harmful substance that damages teeth.
Rinsing with a non-alcoholic antiseptic mouthwash helps minimize the bacteria from accumulating in hard-to-reach areas that are difficult to reach. Mouthwash also helps prevent bad breath.
Choose nutritious foods. You should avoid eating sugary food and choose whole fruits and vegetables instead. Foods with plenty of fiber, like apples, celery, and carrots, whisk away plaque while you eat, whereas sugar will contribute to cavities by feeding bacteria what it needs to produce the acid that destroys the surface of teeth. Drinking plenty of water also helps rinse away food debris and prevents dry mouth.
Protect your teeth. Damage to your teeth increases the risk of developing complications like decay and infection. Make an effort to protect your smile, such as wearing a mouth guard during sporting activities and don’t use your teeth as a tool.
Visiting your dentist at least once every six months ensures tartar buildup is removed and oral health well-managed. While brushing and flossing at home is essential only a dental professional can eliminate the build-up of tartar. Advanced dental tools are required to gently remove this hard material from teeth without damaging the enamel. Regular visits to the dentist ensure that tartar doesn’t reach below the gum line, giving your smile the best chance of staying healthy for life.
Our team of dental care professionals is committed to helping individuals achieve ideal oral health and a beautiful smile. Call Chesterbrook Dental Associates in Berwyn and schedule a consultation to discover more ways to protect the future of your smile.