The professionals in our Scottsdale dentist office want to make sure our patients are practicing good oral hygiene habits. Good oral hygiene can not only lead to more attractive looking teeth, but can lead to better overall health, so we encourage you to follow some of these basic tips for good dental care.
A healthy diet is very important not only for your body, but to keep your teeth and gums healthy as well. Our professionals encourage a diet high in whole grains and dairy products, with lots of fresh fruits and vegetables. It is best to keep your intake of sugar and carbohydrates to a minimum because sugar helps plaque to grow and form on your teeth. Excessive plaque buildup can lead to gum disease, which can cause dangerous repercussions, for your medical health as well as for your teeth. Gum disease can lead to heart disease and strokes and can ultimately result in tooth loss if not taken care of.
A visit to our office or one of our friendly hygienists in our Scottsdale dental clinic can help ensure that you are keeping your teeth and gums in tip top shape. Regular cleanings with your dentist are essential for ridding teeth and gums of unhealthy plaque and tartar buildup. Regular exams by your Scottsdale dentist can also screen you for oral cancer, the sixth most common cancer in the world, as well as the need for fillings brought on by tooth decay.
Having a regular dental checkup by one of our Scottsdale dentists can help you prevent tooth decay and gum disease, which can save money down the road by avoiding the need for fillings and other costly procedures people tend to need more often when they avoid going to the dentist regularly.
If you are practicing good basic dental care this can help shorten the time you need to spend with the dentist and can help improve the appearance of your smile by keeping your teeth whiter. Good oral hygiene can help prevent stains from food, beverages and tobacco from forming on your teeth and keep them looking whiter and brighter longer.
Our office always suggest that you take the time to brush your teeth twice a day, flossing at least once, to maintain a healthy mouth. It is a good idea to brush with a fluoride toothpaste, and there are even mouthwashes that contain fluoride if you are in need of one. Your Scottsdale Dentist office can discuss this option with you. There are also good rinses available to help with the buildup of plaque as well, if this is also an issue for you.
An exam and cleaning from one of our qualified dentists can help assure you that you are taking all the necessary steps to achieve healthy teeth that will last a lifetime.