Of course, we celebrate excellent oral hygiene every month and encourage our patients to do the same, but October is set aside especially to remind us of the importance of brushing, flossing, and visiting the dentist!
Ways to Keep Your Dental Health in Check
The team at Laguna Springs Dental is committed to your oral health, which is why we recommend the following:
- See Your Dentist Regularly: You should see your dentist twice a year for dental checkups and professional teeth cleanings.
- Brush and Floss Regularly: You should brush and floss after every meal, but at least twice daily.
- Report Oral Health Issues Promptly: You should report oral changes to your dentist as soon as possible, including sores that don’t heal, tooth sensitivity, and recurring bad breath.
Oral Care Tips for Busy Adults
Fall is a busy time of year for many adults, but it’s important to keep up with your oral hygiene.
Consider:
- Carrying a travel-sized toothbrush and toothpaste to the office.
- Staying hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day.
- Booking a Saturday appointment with the dentist to keep your schedule in check.
Excellent Oral Hygiene: Why It Matters
Your oral health influences whole-body wellness. It’s about more than cavities!
Without regular dental care and excellent oral hygiene, you risk gum disease. In its advanced stages, gum disease is treatable but no longer curable.
Your dentist in Elk Grove wants to catch gum disease in the early gingivitis stage, when it is still curable.
Untreated gum disease may put you at risk for heart and lung complications, specific types of dementia, and other health and wellness issues.
Celebrate Dental Hygiene Month by Booking Your Next Checkup
If it’s time for your next dental checkup and teeth cleaning or if you have an oral health concern, contact a friendly dental team member today at (916) 478-7200.