{"id":76,"date":"2016-06-02T05:56:32","date_gmt":"2016-06-02T09:56:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/woowangdental.com\/blog\/?p=76"},"modified":"2019-08-27T05:59:08","modified_gmt":"2019-08-27T09:59:08","slug":"4-things-you-should-be-doing-to-maintain-a-healthy-mouth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/woowangdental.com\/blog\/4-things-you-should-be-doing-to-maintain-a-healthy-mouth\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Things You Should be Doing to Maintain a Healthy Mouth"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Regular dental visits are an important part of maintaining healthy teeth and gums. But it\u2019s what goes on between those visits \u2014 daily hygiene and care \u2014 that are the real ounce of prevention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are 4 things you should be doing every day to keep your mouth healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Use the right toothbrush and technique<\/em>. Brushing with fluoride toothpaste at least once every day is a must for removing plaque, a thin film of bacteria and food particles which is the main cause of dental disease. Your efforts are more effective if you use a soft-bristled, multi-tufted brush that\u2019s replaced often, especially when bristles become splayed and worn. To remove the most plaque and avoid damaging your gums, brush with a gentle, circular motion for at least two minutes over all tooth surfaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t forget to floss<\/em>. Your toothbrush can get to most but not all the plaque on your teeth. Flossing \u2014 either with flossing string, pre-loaded flossers or a water irrigator \u2014 helps remove plaque from between teeth. Don\u2019t rely on toothpicks either \u2014 they can\u2019t do the job flossing can do to remove plaque.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mind your habits<\/em>. We all develop certain behavioral patterns \u2014 like snacking, for instance. Constant snacking on foods with added sugar (a major food source for bacteria) increases your disease risk. Consider healthier snacks with fresh fruits or dairy, and restrict sugary foods to mealtimes (and the same for sports and energy drinks, which have high acid levels). Stop habits like tobacco use, excessive alcohol consumption or chewing on hard objects, all of which can damage your teeth and gums and create a hostile environment in your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watch for abnormalities<\/em>. If you pay attention, you may be able to notice early signs of problems. Bleeding, inflamed or painful gums could indicate you\u2019re brushing too hard \u2014 or, more likely, the early stages of periodontal (gum) disease. Tooth pain could signal decay. And sores, lumps or other spots on your lips, tongue or inside of your mouth and throat could be a sign of serious disease. You should contact us if you see anything out of the ordinary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you would like more information on how to care for your teeth and gums, please contact us<\/a> or schedule an appointment<\/a> for a consultation. You can also learn more about this topic by reading the Dear Doctor<\/em> magazine article \u201c10 Tips for Daily Oral Care at Home<\/a>.\u201d
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