Dental Hygiene

Dental hygiene care is essential, no matter what your age is. By practicing good oral hygiene at home and scheduling regular checkups with your dentist, you can improve your smile and your confidence for years to come.

The best way to prevent problems with your teeth and gums is routine dental care. Visits to your dental hygienist can remove mineralized plaque that may develop even with careful brushing and flossing. Brushing and flossing do play a significant role in your dental health maintenance. Here are some tips:

• Brush your teeth at least two times per day with a soft toothbrush. The use of toothpaste helps remove plaque and a film of bacteria that forms on the teeth and gums. A fluoride toothpaste will help reduce tooth decay and help strengthen your enamel. Also, be sure to brush your tongue; this will remove additional bacteria and freshen your breath.
• Clean between your teeth by flossing at least one time a day. Include a mouth rinse in your daily routine to not only freshen your breath but kill bacteria where your toothbrush bristles cannot reach. These tips will help you maintain your oral health at home until your next dental visit.