By now, it is certain that we are all aware of the power a beautiful smile holds in this world. Our smiles are one of the first things people see upon meeting. We are all mostly familiar with the regiment of proper daily oral hygiene.
Flossing and brushing daily are great for maintaining dental health, but there a few more pieces of information we should all know in order to complete the puzzle. Take a moment to read through this short summary of a few of the best ways to ward off decay and maintain a happy, healthy smile.
There are dentists for a reason
Almost a quarter of the nation’s population is said by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to have one or more untreated cavities. People are not going to the dentist regularly, and untreated cavities can lead to tooth decay and loss. Go to the dentist!
Regular visits to the dentist will assure that the whole family lives with a unique and beautiful smile. A well-aligned set of chompers is also a highly coveted dental characteristic. Advances in medical technology have allowed for the application of braces to be much less abrasive and far less visible. Invisalign changed everything for the crooked smiles of the world.
The effect of carcinogens on our teeth
The full spectrum of dangers surrounding tobacco is too often brushed aside by those who depend on their daily nicotine fix. Not only does tobacco damage the user’s lungs from smoking, but all tobacco products are damaging to the user’s smile as well.
Nicotine and tar stain teeth and can also cause gum disease. There are far more “cons” than “pros” when it comes to smoking or dipping. Avoid addiction to nicotine (and other things) to more efficiently protect those pearly whites.
Proper whitening for a warm and inviting smile
Whitening of the teeth has become hugely popular over the past ten years thanks to an over the counter solution and heavy marketing by leading toothpaste producers. Over-the-counter whitening strips only whiten the front six teeth of a person’s smile.
A professional whitening from the dentist works with the whole smile. It may cost a bit more to go see a dentist, but the results will be well worth the difference in price.
Understand that citrus weakens the enamel
While citrus fruits are typically an excellent source of vitamins and minerals, our teeth say otherwise. Harsh fruit juices like orange and pineapple eat away at the tooth’s enamel. Lemons and limes contains loads of vitamin C, but it is best to brush as soon as possible after consumption to protect the integrity of tooth enamel.
