{"id":205,"date":"2019-10-01T15:28:39","date_gmt":"2019-10-01T15:28:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/blog\/?p=205"},"modified":"2019-11-01T15:28:59","modified_gmt":"2019-11-01T15:28:59","slug":"dentist-8-oral-health-habits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/blog\/2019\/10\/01\/dentist-8-oral-health-habits\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Habits To Keep Your Mouth Healthy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/AdobeStock_159044452__1572621378_17512-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"parent and child brushing their teeth together\" class=\"wp-image-206\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/AdobeStock_159044452__1572621378_17512-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/AdobeStock_159044452__1572621378_17512-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/AdobeStock_159044452__1572621378_17512.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Keeping your teeth healthy is a lifelong commitment.\nOver the years, it\u2019s important to reevaluate your oral hygiene routine and make\nnecessary adjustments as your mouth changes. Even if your teeth look healthy\nand nice, it\u2019s important to continue making an effort caring for them and\npreventing problems from developing. Even though it may seem tedious at times,\nthe right precautionary measures can keep you from dealing with costly and\ntime-consuming visits to your dentist. Read on to learn about eight habits that\nwill keep your mouth as healthy as ever. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Resisting The Temptation of Going to Bed Without Brushing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After a long night out, the first thing you want to do is collapse\nin your bed, and the last thing is having to stand on your feet for another\nfive minutes to brush and floss your teeth. Although it may be tempting to\nchoose the bed first, without brushing at night, germs and plaque will\naccumulate and attack your mouth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Remembering to Brush Your Tongue<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Each time you eat, the sticky surface of your tongue traps\nfood particles that cause bad breath and form plaque that feeds harmful oral\nbacteria. That\u2019s why each time you brush your teeth, it\u2019s important to not\nforget your tongue. That way, you can enjoy minty fresh breath and get rid of\ncavity-causing substances in your mouth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use Oral Hygiene Products With Fluoride In Them<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Using toothpaste and antibacterial mouthwash with fluoride\nin it can help strengthen your enamel and increase your protection against\ncommon oral health problems. Fluoride can also help people who experience tooth\nsensitivity as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Floss Daily<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Plaque and food debris get stuck between your teeth and can\u2019t always be removed with a toothbrush, which is where dental floss comes in. The American Dental Association recommends flossing at least once every day to keep your mouth healthy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rinse With Antibacterial Mouthwash<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Harmful oral bacteria accumulation is the root cause of many\nhealth problems and can be destructive to your mouth. In addition to brushing\nand flossing, you can rinse with an antibacterial mouthwash each day. If the\nones that contain alcohol are too strong for you and irritate your oral tissues,\ntry one without alcohol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eat Fibrous and Crunchy Fruits and Vegetables<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Chewing on fruits and vegetables that are crunchy and\nfibrous are a great way to naturally scrub plaque from your teeth. This helps\ncontrol accumulation and keep your mouth from becoming the perfect environment\nfor harmful oral bacteria. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stay Away From Acidic Beverages <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you rely on energy drinks to get through the day, or\nfrequently enjoy a glass of red wine, you may want to consider cutting your\nconsumption down. These types of beverages are high in acidity and cause excessive\nenamel erosion, leaving your teeth defenseless against decay. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visit Your Dentist Every Six Months<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you\u2019re diligent about doing everything listed above,\nit\u2019s still important to visit your dentist every six months for a checkup and\ncleaning. They\u2019re professionally trained and equipped with the most advanced\ntechnology to spot oral health problems when they\u2019re in their earliest stages.\nThat way, they can be treated before they start causing you pain or discomfort.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your health habits aren\u2019t just a crucial part of keeping up\nwith your mouth, but also ensure the wellbeing of the rest of your health as\nwell. With all of these great practices in your back pocket, you\u2019ll be able to\nenjoy a happy and fresh-feeling smile for decades to come! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Nelson Howard has years of experience and has completed\na one-year general practice residency that sharpened his skills and expanded\nhis knowledge. He is passionate about continuing his education and staying up-to-date\nwith the latest advancements in his field so he can offer his patients the\nhighest quality of dental care. He has been providing thorough preventive and\ncosmetic care for families in the San Diego area since 1987 and is deeply committed\nto his community. For questions or to schedule an appointment, visit his <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call 858-451-0550.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Keeping your teeth healthy is a lifelong commitment. 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