If you live in New York, you know the value of having a perfect smile. Most of us are born with healthy teeth and gums. However, as we lose our baby teeth and grow our permanent teeth, keeping them as perfect as they were when they first came in can be challenging.
Keeping your teeth and gums in the best possible condition takes commitment and work, but with best practices and the help of the dental care team at Park Avenue Dental, you can have a brilliant smile for life.
The best thing you can do for your teeth and health is to stay on top of your oral health. Maybe you’ve heard the old saying, “prevention is worth a pound of cure.” That’s absolutely true when it comes to good oral health.
When you have problems with your teeth and gums, it can affect the rest of your health. Following these tips ensures you’re doing the best for your teeth and gums.
The most important thing you can do for your teeth is to brush them at least twice a day. For a toothbrush, we recommend a soft-bristled brush and fluoride toothpaste. Ideally, it would be best if you strive to brush after every meal to keep tartar and plaque at bay.
When you brush after meals, go ahead and floss, too. This will remove the food particles between your teeth and help you avoid gum disease.
What you eat can affect your teeth. For example, food and beverages with a lot of sugar cause plaque and bacteria to grow in your mouth.
Brushing and flossing don’t remove tartar. For this, you need to visit your dentist for regular professional dental cleaning.
When you go to the dentist for a cleaning, your dentist will examine you for early signs of gum disease and check for cavities. Visiting the dentist twice a year will help you and your dentist stay on top of your oral care.
If you’re interested in learning more about good oral health, Dr. Mary Taudel and the team at Park Avenue Dental in New York are here to serve you. Call us today at (646) 588-1704 or request an appointment online.
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