Are You Keeping Good Oral Hygiene Habits?

Are You Keeping Good Oral Hygiene Habits?

What your dentists in Des Plaines, Illinois want you to knoworal hygiene

Do you want to keep your healthy, beautiful smile for life? Of course you do! Your smile is your trademark; it’s what defines you, and it’s often the first thing people notice about you. If you want to enjoy a healthy, great looking smile, it all begins with good oral hygiene habits. Dr. Roman Dziubyk and Dr. Lorelei Grise' at Suburban Family Dental in Des Plaines, Illinois want to share how to keep good oral hygiene habits.

So, are you keeping good oral hygiene habits? If not, it’s time to start. Your good oral hygiene regimen should begin with:

Brushing twice a day; medium and hard bristled toothbrushes can damage your teeth and gums over time, so it’s important to always use a soft-bristled toothbrush. It’s also important to use toothpaste that contains fluoride. Many “natural” types of toothpaste don’t contain fluoride. The truth is fluoride is the material in toothpastes that hardens and protects tooth enamel.

Flossing at least once each day; flossing is important because it cleans in between your teeth, in areas brushing can’t reach. Most tooth decay and gum and periodontal disease can begin in between teeth, so it’s vital to keep these areas clean with flossing.

No good oral hygiene regimen is complete without regular visits to your dentist for an exam and x-rays at least once each year. Professional cleanings are also an important way to keep your gums and teeth in top shape. You should have your teeth cleaned at least twice each year and more often if you have gum or periodontal disease.

Your smile says a lot about you so you want to keep it healthy and beautiful. Keeping good oral hygiene habits will help ensure you can keep smiling. For more information about oral hygiene and other dental topics and services call Dr. Roman Dziubyk and Dr. Lorelei Grise' at Suburban Family Dental in Des Plaines, Illinois. Call today!