Health and Dental Tips

Do you brush and floss your teeth three times a day?
Do you brush and after each meal?
Do you visit your dentist for a regular check up and cleaning?

Taking care of your mouth, teeth and gums may be more important than you realize!

Take a look at these tips to improve your dental health and avoid more trips to the dentist.

Brush and Floss 3 times a day and after each snack to avoid gum disease and maintain a beautiful smile.
See your dentist at least two times a year for early detection of cavities and gum disease
Make a habit to have your teeth cleaned a minimum of two times a year. A professional cleaning removes tartar buildup that you may have missed and do not even realize that you have.
Limit the amount of pop, alcohol, and coffee that you consume. These beverages do contain a high level of phosphorous which can deplete the body’s level of calcium. This causes tooth decay and gum disease
Quit smoking, chewing tobacco, and remove all oral piercings
If you are planning to have a child or are already pregnant see your dentist to ensure that you have a healthy baby. Hormonal changes due to pregnancy can contribute to gingivitis
Eat more foods that are high in calcium content. Women have a 25% reduction in bone density after the age of 30. Restore lost calcium with a daily supplement and by eating more vegetables and fruits. These foods will also help to reduce the acid build up in the saliva that can lead to tooth decay.
Make sure to get a restful night sleep. This allows your body to renew and will allow it to fight infection.
Take a daily dose of vitamins to maintain healthy gum and bones
Talk with your dentist about any new tips about brushing and flossing
If you are under a physicians care and taking medications. Tell your dentist the medications you are taking. Some medications cause conditions that will increase your risk of rampant decay.