Improve Your Smile With Healthy Food

As you may know, certain foods can harm your pearly whites. For instance, foods and drinks like soda and candy can damage your teeth and cause tooth decay. However, did you know that there are several foods that could actually help your teeth?

For example, you probably know that an apple is good for your body, but did you know that apples are also good for your oral health? You see, the chewing motion can produce saliva flow, which can negate bad bacteria and carry food and bacteria away from your mouth. You can also expect increased saliva flow with carrots, celery, and other crisp, fresh vegetables.

Dairy products such as yogurt, whole milk, and cheese can also help your teeth. These foods provide calcium and protein, which strengthen your teeth. They also act as a base, essentially creating an environment where bad bacteria will struggle to grow.

Leafy greens are another food that can benefit your teeth. These are full of vitamins and minerals, which can strengthen the outer layer of your teeth. They also contain folic acid, which has been used to treat gum disease in pregnant women. Almonds also offer a number of the same benefits.

Would you like to learn more about the benefits these healthy foods can have on your teeth? Are you interested in learning more about how you could keep your teeth healthy and strong? Would you simply like to schedule a meeting with Dr. [doctor_name]? If so, please feel free to contact [practice_name] by calling us at [phone]. We’re excited to meet with you!

Preventing Bad Breath

Bad breath can ruin an otherwise great day. It can leave you self conscious every time you open your mouth. You could consider using mouthwash, but this may only be hiding a deeper issues. Fortunately, there are a number of things you can do to beat bad breath at the source.

There are many different issues that can lead to bad breath. For instance, an imbalanced diet, acid reflux, diabetes, gum disease, smoking, drinking alcohol, and even some prescription medications can all lead to bad breath. Fortunately, our team can help you avoid these problems. The most common reason for bad breath is poor dental hygiene—which we can help you reverse quickly.

If you’re coping with bad breath, mouthwash is a great choice—as long as you don’t rely on it too often. Similarly, brushing and flossing your teeth are extremely important parts of keeping your breath fresh. However, you may also need to consider paying a visit to our dentist if your bad breath continues.

If you’re interested in learning more about preventing bad breath, please don’t hesitate to give [practice_name] a call at [phone]. Dr. [doctor_name] and our team will be happy to examine your smile and offer you any advice you need. We look forward to receiving your call soon.

The Reasons Why Dental Cleanings Are Vital

When many people think of oral hygiene, they think of brushing, flossing, and rinsing, but they usually don’t think about their six month dental checkup. This is a bad habit because the six month checkup is extremely vital for your oral health. Without it, your smile could be in grave danger.

Your routine dental cleaning and exam is very important for many reasons, and three of those reasons include:

Reason No. 1: Your dental checkup includes a deep cleaning treatment that removes the plaque and tartar from your smile. This is very important because plaque and tartar are extremely harmful particles that can attack your teeth and gums, creating tooth decay and gum disease. These two dental issues are dangerous, painful, and inconvenient.

Reason No. 2: The examination section of the appointment is very beneficial because it helps you know the health and condition of your teeth, gums, and underlying bone. It will involve taking a few X-rays and it will also involve your dentist visually examining your entire oral cavity. If you have dental issues, your dentist will find them and will begin treatment right away.

Reason No. 3: A fluoride treatment is also provided during this appointment. This treatment is very helpful because it strengthens and nourishes your teeth, giving them the ability to fight many dental issues, like tooth decay and tooth sensitivity.

As you can see, your six month checkups help you more than you know. So, if you’re one of those people who forget about their dental cleanings and exams, please quit that habit. In fact, feel free to call our office today at [phone] and schedule an appointment with Dr. [doctor_name] at your earliest convenience. Our [practice_name] team is more than happy to help you!