If you\u2019ve become a bit lax about taking good care of your oral health, there\u2019s no time like the present to reevaluate your cleaning routine. As with many other important tasks in life, a focus on oral care is all about turning it into a new habit that you\u2019ll stick to. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The office of Jay Gohel, DDS PA
David Heering, DMD
Jay Gohel, DDS emphasizes preventive dental care. We\u2019re dedicated to helping every patient enjoy the benefits of a healthy and beautiful smile. We provide a comprehensive program of treatments designed to protect your teeth and reduce the risk of dental disease. Even if your current oral care habits aren\u2019t stellar, it\u2019s never too late to start a new regime. Try these tactics. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Don\u2019t leave home without it, with \u201cit\u201d being a clean mouth. Greeting the day (and anyone with whom you have a close encounter!) with a pleasant kisser is a terrific way to build your confidence. It\u2019s also great for scrubbing away your breakfast\u2019s leftovers, freshening your breath, preventing coffee stains and dispatching bacteria that have formed overnight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you have never been or have stopped being a flosser, holy cow! Using dental floss is key to ridding your teeth and gums of damaging plaque, which can lead to periodontal disease. Ask your dentist to demonstrate the proper technique. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Give it time\u2014at least 2 minutes. Many people are good about the frequency with which they brush but not with how much time they spend doing it, which reduces how effectively they remove plaque. Set a timer for 2 minutes to ensure that you\u2019re brushing for the recommended amount of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Use a tongue scraper. They\u2019re easily found at drug stores and pharmacies, and some toothbrushes come with a scraping pad that\u2019s on the other side of the bristles. Gently scrubbing your tongue helps clear away damaging bacteria and food particles, as well as to stave away bad breath. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Stick to straws. If you insist on not giving up beverages with copious amounts of sugar and acids (soda, energy drinks and fruit juice), use a straw to prevent their destructive elements from making contact with your pearly whites. Make it easy for yourself by keeping straws readily accessible. Stockpile them in your kitchen, desk drawer at work, purse, backpack and car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When you\u2019re searching for a dental practice that\u2019s dedicated to providing the topmost standard of personalized care, look no further than the office of Jay Gohel, DDS PA
David Heering, DMD
Jay Gohel, DDS. We offer an extensive menu of high-quality dental services for people of all ages. To learn more about our many services, please contact us today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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