Oral Health Resolutions
It’s that time again when most people are resolving to make changes in the coming year. Many resolutions are concerning health and wellness. An often forgotten area of health is the mouth. It is very clear that taking care of your oral health is an investment in your overall health.
Your oral health may affect, be affected by or contribute to various diseases and conditions, including endocarditis, cardiovascular disease, pregnancy and birth, diabetes, HIV/AIDS, osteoporosis, alzheimer’s disease and eating disorders.
This is the perfect time to determine to take better care of your mouth. You can protect your oral health, and thus your overall health, by including a few simply practices in your routine.
- Brush your teeth after every meal or at least twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste.
- If you can’t brush after every meal, chew a piece of sugarless gum or take a bite of a carrot or apple.
- Use a toothbrush with soft nylon bristles. Soft bristles clean just as well as hard bristles.
- Replace your brush about every three months.
- Floss every day.
- Choose healthy foods like cheese and crunchy vegetables.
- Avoid starchy foods like chips and crackers. They can be just as bad for your teeth as sweets.
- Drink unsweetened tea. It helps cut down on plaque and cavities.
- Don’t smoke. Know that coffee, tea, colas and soy sauce can also stain your teeth.
- Never use your teeth to open things.
- Always wear a seatbelt. It can save your teeth in an accident.
- Use a mouthguard if you play contact sports.
- Watch for signs and symptoms of oral disease and contact your dentist as soon as a problem arises.
- See your dentist regularly!
If you have any questions or concerns, please call us at 866-478-7695.
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