How well do you take care of your smile from home? With proper oral hygiene, you can help keep serious issues like tooth decay and even gum disease at bay. Which is why we want to make sure you are properly cleaning your teeth and enjoying better oral hygiene habits. Our Dallas, TX holistic dental office provides a routine oral hygiene check!
The Value of Good Oral Hygiene
When we take proper care of our smiles each and every day, this helps remove stray food and drink particles that could otherwise feed harmful oral bacteria. When we don’t care for our smiles, this could mean the levels of oral acidity will increase, and that the teeth will be coated in a layer of plaque, which hardens with time into tartar. The buildup then weakens enamel and inflames the gum tissues to boost the risk of cavities, infections, gingivitis, and even gum disease, not to mention bad breath and teeth stains. But with good oral hygiene, you can help keep your smile strong and beautiful.
Brushing and Flossing
Our team wants to make sure you are brushing and flossing your teeth properly. You should brush your teeth in the morning for two minutes and then do the same before going to bed. Each time, we recommend using a toothpaste with fluoride to help strengthen the outer enamel and lower the risk of cavities. Be sure your toothbrush has soft bristles so you don’t inadvertently irritate the gums or damage enamel. You also need to floss, as this removes what a toothbrush alone cannot reach. You should floss up and down each side of every tooth, and dip beneath the gum line too, to reach and remove trapped food and drink particles. This is essential for patients of all ages!
Seeing Our Team
We also want to see you every six months! During these visits, we can talk about your oral hygiene routine and make sure you are taking proper care of your smile. We then examine your smile for signs of trouble, in case you need treatment to address a cavity or manage gum disease, keeping your smile strong and whole. In the same sitting, we will clean your teeth to remove harmful buildup and keep your smile healthy. If you have any questions, then contact our team today to schedule your next visit.
Schedule Your Dental Exam and Cleaning in Far North Dallas With Kozlow & Rowell!
We want to make sure you and your kids can enjoy good oral health both at home and in our office! To learn more about how we improve your oral health, or to schedule an appointment, give us a call at your local Dallas, TX cosmetic dentists at (972) 458-2464.