We want to help you take care of your teeth! The mouth is actually a window into the health of your whole body and we want to help you take the best care of it you can. Advanced Care Dental has 10 tips you can start today to improve the health of your teeth.
- Fennel, Cardamom, Sunflower and Anise all have antiseptic qualities and can help fight bacteria between brushing. Consider chewing them as a snack!
- Eating a raw apple helps scrub your teeth! Other crunchy vegetables help as well so make sure you keep carrots and celery handy too. They help remove that surface plaque.
- Sage helps reduce tooth decay! Boil sage in 2 cups of water, let cool and swish in your mouth.
- If you are pregnant, consider getting extra cleanings as you at higher risk for gingivitis.
- Limit the lemon! Acidic foods erode your enamel and make your teeth more susceptible to decay.
- Replace your toothbrush every 3 months. Bacteria builds up in between the bristles.
- Foods like coffee, berries, tea and dark chocolate are full of antioxidants and may help prevent oral disease.
- Replace your toothbrush after a cold to avoid getting back those germs!
- Floss before you brush. Flossing removes all the food particles and helps make brushing more effective.
- Ketchup can stain your teeth as much as coffee! Keep this in mind at the next summer BBQ.
As always, make sure you are doing to your dentist regularly. Don’t have a dentist? Has it been awhile since you’ve been in for a checkup? You can connect today with Dr. Marxen by calling 1-800-SMILING or by visiting 1800smiling.com. Ask your dental questions and learn more about how Dr. Marxen can help you.
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