Dental hygiene is important for a number of reasons. Poor oral hygiene has a long line of consequences such as gum disease, bone loss, heart disease, infection and stroke. However, there are simple things you can do to make sure your oral health is great!
Devoted Family Dental has some great tips:
Proper Brushing
It’s no surprise that brushing is the first step to healthy teeth. While most of us know that we should be brushing our teeth twice daily, a lot of people may not realize that there’s an art to brushing. The bristles on your toothbrush should be angled 45 degrees near the gum line. When brushing, you should be hitting the outer surfaces of your teeth using a back-and-forth, up-and-down motion. Keep in mind that your toothbrush should always be in contact with your teeth and gum line; but brush gently to avoid bleeding gums.
Flossing
Devoted Family Dental really encourages you to floss! Flossing is a major part to keeping your dental hygiene amazing. It may seem like a chore, but trust us; it makes a world of difference. Not only does flossing remove food particles that brushing simply cannot reach, but it also gives your mouth a very clean feeling. We suggest flossing at least once a day.
Use Mouthwash
Mouthwash adds a burst of freshness to your mouth. If you’re using mouthwash that contains Listerine or chlorine dioxide, you’re doing your mouth a great amount of justice. These substances help kill and maintain the bacteria in your mouth.
Clean Your Tongue
You should be cleaning the surface of your tongue daily. Using a professional tongue cleaner will remove the bacteria on the surface of your tongue. If you’re not cleaning your tongue, you may be prone to bad breath (halitosis) and other dental issues.
Do you need more tips on oral hygiene? Contact Devoted Family Dental today!