Preventative Dentistry

Preventive dentistry is the practice of caring for your teeth to keep them healthy. This helps to avoid cavities, gum disease, enamel wear, and more.

Preventative Dentistry

Oral health is connected with the health of your body as a whole. That is because the mouth is a breeding ground for harmful bacteria. Maintaining a clean mouth benefits your overall health.

Preventive dentistry prevents people from developing dental problems later on.

If you use proper dental care, you can avoid or lessen the effects of these:

  • cavities
  • gingivitis
  • enamel loss
  • periodontitis

Some health problems that may be linked to poor oral health:

  • diabetes
  • heart disease
  • osteoporosis
  • respiratory disease
  • cancer

 

Brush Your Teeth Daily

The most important part of preventive dentistry is to brush your teeth daily with fluoride toothpaste. Most people should replace their toothbrushes three to four times per year or as the bristles start to fray.

Don’t forget to brush your tongue. That will help remove bacteria from your mouth and also help freshen your breath.

Floss Daily

Daily flossing is recommended. Flossing helps to clean out the tight spaces between the teeth. If you have braces, you may need to use floss threaders to get between the metal brackets.

To get the most benefit out of flossing, you’ll want to make sure you’re flossing correctly. At your next dental appointment, ask your dentist for a quick flossing demonstration to make sure you’re getting the full benefit from using this tool.

Visit Your Dentist Regularly 

You should see your dentist every six months for an exam to check for any problems in the teeth or gums. If you’re at a high risk for dental problems, you’ll likely benefit from more frequent dental visits. If you’re at a low risk for dental problems, you may see the same benefits from only one cleaning per year. Dental cleanings and exams allow dentists to identify problems and take care of them right away.

If you have dental insurance, find out what’s covered. Many insurance plans cover two preventive dental visits per year.

Eat a Balanced Diet

Eating a balanced diet also helps to protect your teeth by providing them with the nutrients they need. Limit your sugar intake, including simple carbohydrates like white bread, and drink plenty of water throughout the day.

Vitamins are important for oral health. Eating a varied diet will help you to get all of the vitamins you need to maintain a healthy smile.

 

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