The excitement has been rising in you, and now it’s reached its crescendo with the start of a new year. You can’t help but feel optimistic about the possibilities that are available to you. So as you contemplate what goals you’ll set for the next 12 months, your dentist in Gahanna suggests that you incorporate something very tangible and practical into your top tier of choices – excellent oral health. As you continue reading you’ll learn ways to go about this and how preventive dentistry will help you be successful.
Why Does Excellent Oral Health Matter?
Your oral health matters greatly because your mouth serves as a window into the health of the rest of your body. Therefore, whatever happens there will have some effect on all of your vital parts.
One of the primary culprits of poor oral and overall health is the bacterium. It seeks to latch on to your teeth and gums and form harmful plaque that can not only lead to gum disease and tooth loss but can also encourage heart attack and stroke.
Excellent oral hygiene and preventive dentistry will prevent this nemesis from growing and causing serious problems.
What is Preventive Dentistry?
Preventive dentistry involves maintaining six-month visits with your dentist for cleanings and checkups. These appointments will let you know what is going on inside your mouth and the condition of your health. This is quite significant because it can mean the difference between a minor or major correction of problem.
These visits also provide you with thorough cleanings that leave your mouth, teeth and gums feeling brand-new, which encourages you to continue practicing excellent oral care.
Ways to Practice Oral Care at Home
Here are some tips to practicing proficient oral care at home:
- Brushing – Used correctly, your toothbrush is one of your best weapons to fight against bacteria and gum disease. You should be brushing at least twice a day to agitate and remove harmful critters and leftover foods from your teeth.
- Flossing – Along with brushing your teeth, it’s very important to floss. It offers the benefit of getting into the hard-to-reach spots that your brush can’t, removing the bacteria that lies along the gum line and between teeth.
- Eating Healthier – The new year is usually a time when people look to eat healthier to lose weight, but a more practical way to look at food intake is to think of the effect it has on your oral health. Snack and fast foods tend to be loaded with sugars and other processed ingredients that bacteria love.
- Mouthwash – Another great tool you have at your disposal is mouthwash. While it can’t serve as the foundation of your oral care, it is an excellent supplement, helping to wash away leftover food particles and bacteria.
You now have the two main pillars of oral care laid before you: preventive dentistry and oral hygiene practices. By combining the two you will be taking a bold step toward solidifying a year of health and overall excellence!
About the Practice
Dr. Buller and Dr. Odenweller work together to offer a wide range of amazing dental services at Claybrooke Dental of Gahanna. To schedule an appointment, please don’t hesitate to contact our team of dentists through our website or by phone.