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F O R A H E A L T H Y , B E A U T I F U L S M I L E
O R A L H E A L T H T I P S
10
TOOTHBRUSHING TIPS:
Brush twice a day, for about 2 minutes each timeUse a softbristled toothbrush to be kind to your gumsHold the bristles at a 45 degree angle to your gumsBrush the chewing surfaces, outer surfaces and inner surfacesof your teeth using gentle motionsBrush your tongue and the roof of your mouth
Optimize the WayYou Brush
Brushing is brushing right?Wrong! Consider these tips to
make the most of yourbrushing routine.
1x per dayevery day
DON'TFORGET
TO FLOSS
Flossing is essential to aproper oral hygiene routine.Flossing is easy to overlook,but think of it as the other halfof your nightly dental routine.
Flossing is one of the best
ways to fight dental plaque,
which causes gum disease.
Flossing reaches the plaque
in between your teeth,
where your toothbrush
bristles cannot reach.
DENTAL INSIDER TIP
Pick a time of day for flossing,and stick to it! Whether
morning, noon or night, havinga designated time helps you
get into a routine.
DITCH YOUR OLDTOOTHBRUSH...
FOR A FLASHYNEW ONE!
Bristles get frayedand become ineffective.Bacteria builds up onthe head of the brush.For these reasons, the
American DentalAssociation suggestsreplacing your brushevery 34 months.
Don't Smoke or Use Other Tobacco Products
Tobacco is not only bad for your hearthealth and the rest of your body, it'sbad for your teeth and gums too.
Tobacco use increases your risk ofdeveloping the following:
Quitting an addictive substance is really
hard. Reach out to a support network,
ask your doctor about medications, and
visit smokefree.gov for free resources to
help you quit.
Trouble quitting?
Oral cancerGum diseaseStained, yellow teethDelayed healing afteroral surgeryImpaired ability to smelland taste
What your childhood
dentist always said was
true: Soda is bad for your
teeth. Soda has lots of
sugar, which increases
your risk for tooth decay.
When the bacteria in dental
plaque meets the sugary
soda residue, the bacteria
produces acid that eats
away at your tooth enamel.
Go Easy onthe Soda
Get Your SymptomsChecked
If you have symptomsyou aren't sure about,call your dentist! Toothpain, swelling and other
abnormalities maysignal a problem.
Certain dental problemsare more treatable intheir early stages.
the power
DON'T UNDERESTIMATE
OF FLUORIDE
Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral. It isadded to tap water to increase exposure.
Fluoride is very effective at preventing toothdecay by strengthening your enamel.
If you use a fluoride toothpaste, you areprobably exposing your enamel to adequatelevels. Keep doing what you're doing! But askyour dentist if you are concerned aboutfluoride and your oral health.
Rinseafter eating
Rinsing your mouth withwater after a mealwashes away foodmaterial that may
otherwise stick to yourteeth. Rinsing helps
fight tooth decay andteeth stains.
Treats in ModerationJust like soda, sugary snacks and desserts promotetooth decay. Bacteria in plaque break down the
sugars, producing acid as they do so. It is this acidthat destroys tooth enamel and leads to cavities.
Everyone deserves a treat at least once in awhile.Remember to brush or rinse your mouth afterindulging so sugar doesn't linger on your teeth.
Visit Your DentistOne of the best things you can do for your oral health is to
continue visiting your dentist every 6 months. The hygienist
removes plaque and tartar from your teeth, and the dentist
checks for signs of problems, ensuring you have excellent
oral health and a gorgeous smile.
You deserve the smile of your dreams. For aconsultation with the experienced Manhattan
cosmetic dentists at NYC Smile Design, please call(212) 574-4660, or visit nycsmiledesign.com.