Dear Patients,
Everyone wants to have the best oral health possible, but many people fall short due to lack of knowledge. We, as a dentist says that can be changed by simply taking the initiative to learn more and then passing that information on to your children. In doing that and then implementing the things learned, you and your family can enjoy a life of excellent dental and overall health. Learn what you can do to prevent oral maladies as you read on.
Oral Hygiene Education
Taking proper care of your mouth, teeth and gums is essential to your oral health, but thankfully, the steps are very simple. Here are some of them:
- Brushing Your Teeth – One of the most ancient of practices, brushing your teeth removes harmful bacteria and debris by agitating them with the back and forth movement of the bristles. In addition to clearing away these undesirables, brushing your teeth also aids in fortifying your enamel, the outer surface of your ivories that protects them from the harsh environment in your mouth.
- Flossing – While brushing your teeth is quite essential to your oral health, it can only address around 60 percent of the surface of your teeth. To get to the remaining 40 percent, flossing is required. Its flexible nature allows it to burrow between your teeth to extract hidden food particles and bacteria.
- Limiting Snack Food Consumption – The better you are at controlling snack food cravings, the better your oral health will be. You can replace the snacks with whole foods like fruits and vegetables that are more complimentary to a stable environment in your oral cavity.
- Visiting Your Dentist – A final step you can take to fortify your dental wellness is to visit your dentist on a regular basis for cleanings and checkups. These appointments ensure that stubborn plaque and tartar are removed from your mouth before they cause havoc and that any developing issues are addressed before they morph into something worse.
Now you are better educated on how to take control of your oral cavity and provide more stability to your health. The next step is to take action.
Why Orthodontic treatment is needed?
Orthodontic treatment is important in order to establish a proper bite and a proper alignment of the teeth. … That’s because crooked and crowded teeth make cleaning the mouth difficult. Down the road, this can lead to tooth decay, gum disease and possibly tooth loss.
Why implant instead of bridge?
Implants offer more extended protection — a lifetime. Bridges, on the other hand, have a lifespan of around 10 years. Implants also support jaw health. Your bone stays healthy and strong, which impacts both the shape of your face and oral health positively as you age.