The Importance Of Preventive Care In Maintaining Good Oral Health

Find out what you can do every day to maintain a healthy smile (hint: it’s easier than you think!)

If you want to protect your smile from cavities and gum disease (as we imagine you do), good oral hygiene and preventive care measures are paramount. Along with visiting our Sequim, WA, dentist Dr. Richard Zbaraschuk for six-month dental cleanings, there are steps you can take every day to prevent oral disease from impacting your smile. After all, wouldn’t you want to take simple steps to prevent problems in the first place? We thought so!

Practice Good At-Home Oral Care

How you care for your smile every day will determine the overall health of your teeth and gums. You must do your part to keep your smile healthy. Fortunately, these steps aren’t difficult, but many people get lazy and stop doing them. This is when cavities and gum disease happen. Here are some tips to ensure your at-home routine is doing its job,

  • Brush your teeth twice a day for a minimum of two minutes each time
  • Use a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste approved by the ADA
  • Floss your teeth (ideally before you brush your teeth at night) once a day
  • Use an oral rinse to remove any remaining debris or bacteria
  • Rinse out your mouth after eating or snacking
  • Change your toothbrush head every 3-4 months, and after illness

Visit Your Dentist Regularly

Another important part of maintaining good oral health is to visit our Sequim, WA, family dentist every six months for checkups and cleanings. It’s during these checkups that we provide professional cleanings to remove plaque and tartar that you may have missed through regular brushing and flossing alone. This adds another level of protection against cavities and gum disease. Plus, it also allows us to detect these issues early on when they can be reversed and certainly much easier to treat.

Eat a Healthy Diet

What you eat doesn’t just impact your overall health, it also impacts your oral health. Eating foods that are high in starches and sugars can increase your risk for decay and gum disease. It’s important to limit these foods and to incorporate more whole, unprocessed foods into the mix. Your diet should be rich in lean protein, whole grains, nuts and seeds, healthy fats (think, avocado and olive oil), and fruits and vegetables.

Our dentist Dr. Zbaraschuk and his team at Zbaraschuk Dental Care are dedicated to providing quality, dependable and friendly preventive dentistry here in Sequim, WA, to promote optimal oral health. If it’s time for your next cleaning, call us today at (360) 683-3626 to schedule your appointment.

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