A healthy oral care routine is essential to preventing tooth decay!
Just because you are uncomfortable showing off your smile doesn’t mean you have to hide it entirely. What could be the reason for your teeth not being as beautiful as you would like? If that reason is tooth decay, then you’ll be relieved to know that you can fight it.
Keep a Routine
If you don’t already brush your teeth, floss, and use mouthwash on a daily basis, then you should start. Even small changes to your routine can make a huge difference. The important part is keeping that momentum going. Brushing twice a day in every area of your mouth can reduce and even eliminate the plaque and tartar that lead to tooth decay and contribute to bad breath.
Get More Fluoride
Whenever you finish brushing your teeth, you’ll probably feel much better. For one thing, that minty fresh feeling can be inspiring and energizing. Take a closer look at the tube of toothpaste in your hand and see how much fluoride content it has. Fluoride is your secret weapon in the fight against tooth decay. It helps regenerate your tooth enamel while reducing the damage left by acidic substances on your teeth. It’s not only in toothpaste either – special mouthwash-like rinses are specifically formulated to have more fluoride, and you can also find it in your water, too.
Chew Some Gum
Go out and get some spearmint gum, especially if it’s sugar free. Even if you prefer a different flavor, that’s totally fine! The important part is that you pick up the habit of chewing sugar free gum. Not only can it freshen your breath, it’ll also get your saliva going. Your saliva can help remove acids from your mouth that can contribute to tooth decay.
Talk to Your Dentist
Last but not least, don’t forget to talk to your dentist. Although all of these tips can be helpful, there’s no single cure-all that can stop or reverse your tooth decay overnight. Feel free to ask your dentist for more advice on what to do next. Get cleanings every six months, and make sure your cavities are kept in check. When you have happy, healthy teeth, you can start showing off your dazzling smile again!
You Can Trust Olney Dental for All of Your Dental Care Needs
For all of your oral care questions and concerns, Olney Dental has the expertise and professionalism to get them the answers they need. Olney Dental is ready to supply you with expert service in a professional environment. Schedule an appointment online today! For more information on how we can give your family the best dentist experience available, give us a call at (301) 250-1057 or contact us online. For more dental tips, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, YouTube, and Pinterest.