6 Easy Dental Care Tips For Healthy, Whiter Teeth
Bad breath and gum problems can affect confidence and may need dental attention. Natural tooth color varies, however, and teeth do not have to be bright white to be healthy. Good home care and regular dental visits help prevent and identify common oral health problems.
Don’t worry though, here are 6 easy dental care tips to help.
1. Brush your mouth thoroughly
Brush your teeth gently for two minutes with fluoride toothpaste and a soft-bristled toothbrush. Angle the bristles toward the gumline and clean the outside, inside, and chewing surfaces using short, gentle strokes. Gently cleaning your tongue can also help with breath; there is no need to scrub the roof of your mouth.
Also, do your best to remember to brush your teeth twice a day.
2. Floss regularly
Unfortunately, brushing doesn’t do everything you need for healthy gums. You should floss at least once a day to get to that place between your teeth that the toothbrush can’t clean.
3. Ensure that your diet is tooth-friendly
Limit frequent sugary snacks and drinks, and choose a varied, balanced diet. Unsweetened coffee and tea can stain teeth, but they are not automatically harmful in the same way as frequent sugar exposure. Water is a good everyday drink.
4. Limit the intake of tobacco, alcohol, and soda
Tobacco increases the risk of gum disease and oral cancer and can contribute to bad breath. Sugary and acidic drinks can contribute to decay and erosion. Heavy alcohol use also increases oral cancer risk, particularly with tobacco; these risks should not be attributed to phosphorus depleting calcium.
5. Visit the dentist regularly
Even if you follow all the suggestions on this list nothing compares to staying on top of your regular dentist visits. Regular teeth cleanings and full oral check ups with your dentist are key for top dental health. Also, a full oral check up could potentially find a dental issue you didn’t even know you had.
6. Brush with fluoride toothpaste before bed
Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, including before bed. Spit out excess toothpaste rather than swallowing it, and avoid rinsing with water immediately afterward. A second brushing or a thick coating of toothpaste overnight is not needed.
Good oral health can contribute to healthy and white teeth so, schedule your cleaning today, and while you're here, ask about the different options we have for teeth whitening!
As stated in number 5 even following all these suggestions doesn’t replace your regular doctor visits. If you’re worried about your dental health, or just due for a checkup, contact Smiles by Bergen Dental and make an appointment with Dr. Farinas-Han. Smiles by Bergen Dental is conveniently located in Midland Park New Jersey, within minutes from Ridgewood, Wyckoff, Glen Rock, Paramus, Ramsey, Allendale, Saddle River, and Ho-Ho-Kus.
If you're interested in having a brighter, whiter smile, contact Smiles by Bergen Dental and make an appointment. Smiles by Bergen Dental is in Bergen County, conveniently located in Midland Park, within minutes from Ridgewood, Wyckoff, Glen Rock, Paramus, Ramsey, Allendale, Saddle River, and Ho-Ho-Kus.