How to Cultivate Good Oral Health to Prevent Cavities and Gum Disease




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Doctors will tell you that preventing disease is always better than having to treat it, and in dentistry, the prevention approach is the most important. Dentists will often recommend special dental floss and toothpaste that can wipe out bacteria and prevent premature tooth decay. Also, gum disease is at the top of a long list of dental problems that affect most people.

To prevent cavities, it’s important to first of all have good oral hygiene. This means using high quality toothpaste designed not only to whiten teeth but to eliminate bacteria and prevent plaque as well. Brushing your teeth or flossing on a regular basis can also remove the food particles and bacteria that are lodged in between your teeth, and could affect your health severely by causing inflammation and gingivitis.

Another way to prevent dental health problems is to visit your dentist at least twice per year. Even if your dentist doesn’t call you or schedule you for an appointment, it’s still extremely important to comply with this advice, since dental problems can escalate very fast during those 6 months that you’ve been away from the dentist’s chair.

Finally, don’t be afraid to ask your dentist to refer you to special practitioners who are able to help with your existing dental problems. Finding a good quality care Littleton orthodontics specialist will ensure your teeth are properly aligned to promote good oral health, A periodontist, for example, can help prevent and diagnose periodontal disease and insert implants not only to improve the appearance of your smile, but also to significantly improve your dental health in the process.

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