What Are the Best Ways to Practice Good Oral Hygiene at Home?
Improving your oral health is easy to do if you are in a routine. So what can you do to maintain optimal oral hygiene in between appointments at Search Dental? We’re going to cover some of the best home habits for oral health in this article.
Practicing good oral hygiene at home means brushing and flossing daily, stopping the use of tobacco products, eating a nutritious diet, and using fluoride toothpaste.
Routine Care
Keeping your teeth clean is one of the best ways to prevent oral health issues. The routine means brushing twice a day, for at least 2 minutes each time. It is important to brush properly, brushing mistakes can actually cause problems like gum recession, tooth sensitivity, and weakened tooth enamel.
When you are brushing, don’t neglect your tongue. It can harbor bacteria that cause oral health issues as well as bad breath!
Implementing flossing as a part of your daily routine helps stimulate gums, reduce plaque, and cleans out food particles that can get stuck between teeth.
Stop Tobacco Use
It is no secret that tobacco use wrecks havoc on your overall health, but oral health is often impacted by the use of vape and tobacco products.
According to the CDC cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, and other forms of tobacco cause oral cancer, gum disease, and other oral health problems.
Eating a Nutritious Diet
Diet has a huge impact on your oral health. Opt for water instead of sodas or sugary sports drinks, these coat teeth with sugar and contain acid that breaks down teeth and leaves them vulnerable to decay.
Avoid sugary foods like candies or starchy foods that stick to teeth. Instead opt for crunchy, fresh foods like produce.
Fluoride Treatment
Even adults need fluoride! Brushing with fluoride toothpaste is a great start but also make sure you receive fluoride treatment when you visit the dentist.
Most commercially available toothpaste today does contain fluoride. Even though it is tempting to gravitate towards the whitening products or a particular flavor make sure you take home a toothpaste that contains fluoride.
