Caring for your teeth is important for your overall health, not just to keep your smile bright. Good dental hygiene, including daily brushing and flossing, along with regular dental check-ups, prevents oral health problems such as cavities, gum disease and other conditions. When your mouth is healthy, you’ll be able to eat, talk and socialise better, which improves your quality of life. Here is a guide to caring for your teeth.
Brushing and Flossing
Good oral hygiene is the starting point of a healthy smile. Brush your teeth at least twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, and replace your toothbrush every 3 to 4 months. Brush gently so as not to harm your gums. Floss daily to remove food particles and plaque in between your teeth where your toothbrush can’t reach.
Eating Right
Eating habits have an influence on your oral health. A balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean protein and whole grains tend to have positive effects. On the other hand, sugar and acidic foods can lead to tooth decay. Also, drinking lots of water will help keep your mouth clean.
Regular Dental Visits
Despite good brushing and flossing at home, it is also important to visit your dentist regularly to help catch problems early on or stop them altogether. From regular checkups to treating problems, regular visits are a must to have healthy teeth and a beautiful smile.
Taking Care of Your Gums
We often pay more attention to our teeth but healthy gums are equally as important as healthy teeth. If you don’t look after your gums, you could lose your teeth and potentially suffer from other health issues. If your gums are bleeding, swollen or you have bad breath, you should make an appointment with your dentist. Regular brushing and flossing, as well as dental check-ups, will keep your gums healthy.
Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening is a popular way to make your smile sparkle. Your dentist can perform a safe and effective whitening procedure to get your smile sparkling.
Straightening Teeth
Having braces or Invisalign is not just for kids. Lots of adults have orthodontics to correct crooked teeth and straighten their smile, which can improve their oral health and self-confidence.
Handling Dental Emergencies
We all know that sometimes accidents happen and if you do experience a broken tooth or severe toothache, you need to go to the dental clinic as soon as possible to get the urgent care that you need.
Oral Health and Overall Health
Your mouth is connected to the rest of your body: your oral health can impact your diabetes, heart disease and some cancers. In order to live a healthier life, it’s important to take care of your teeth and gums.
Conclusion
After all, a great smile is a healthy smile and that’s something you can proudly wear anywhere! If there’s anything else at Cheadle Dental Practice that we can assist you with or help you understand, please don’t hesitate to give us a call and we’ll be pleased to help.