With 2018 in full swing, it is time to start working on your new resolutions. Many people focus on exercising, their diet or spending more time with friends and family, but have you thought about your dental health?
Your dental health and overall health are connected and keeping a proper dental hygiene routine only takes a few minutes of your day! We want all of our patients to keep a healthy smile for 2018, and, to help you begin, we want to offer some tips on how to care for your teeth and gums.
Brushing Isn’t Enough
In order to keep your gums and teeth healthy, brushing is not enough; you need to floss as well. Flossing removes plaque and bacteria that brushing misses. If this bacteria is not removed, it can harm your teeth and gums, causing things such as tooth decay and gum disease.
Examine Your Diet
You should make an effort to cut back on sugary foods and drinks. These products have a negative impact, not only your dental health but your overall health as well. Some foods to include in your diet would be dairy products and fibrous foods. The ADA has also found that chewing sugarless gum after meals may help fight against cavities.
Schedule Your Dental Appointment
Although proper dental hygiene and your diet are both important, setting routine dental visits is a necessary and important aspect of keeping a healthy smile. Your dentist can find issues that you may not even notice. In the early stages of many dental issues, patients may not be aware that there is an issue at all. Your dentist will be able to find and treat these issues before they become more severe.
Do You Want to Improve Your Dental Health for 2018?
If you are committed to remaining healthy, don’t ignore your teeth and gums. Be sure to schedule an appointment with Dr. Van Treese in Sidney, OH to start your new year off right!