Dentist in East Gwillimbury provides dental hygiene tips for healthy smiles

Healthy smiles start at home with a great hygiene routine. Small daily habits can truly add up to provide you with healthy teeth and gums for a lifetime full of smiles. At Harvest Hills Dental Care in East Gwillimbury, ON, we partner with our patients to help them understand how to make the best choices for their oral health. Read on to learn our top dental hygiene tips!

Brushing and flossing is essential

Brushing your teeth after every meal, or at least two times per day, and flossing daily are two of the most important things you can do for your oral health. The foods and beverages we consume naturally leave debris on our teeth that can become a breeding ground for disease-causing bacteria and plaque, but proper brushing and flossing can help stop problems before they even have a chance to start.

• Brush with a soft-bristled toothbrush
• Use a toothpaste that has the Canadian Dental Association seal of approval
• Brush for a full two minutes, taking care to cover every surface of each tooth
• Make sure to use the proper brushing technique, which we can demonstrate for you in our office
• Use string floss, single-use flossers, or other interdental cleaners to gently clean the area between your teeth and gums each day

Choose healthy fruits and vegetables 

Fruits and vegetables aren’t just good for your body – they are also great for your teeth! Crunchy foods like carrots and apples can help remove sugars and other debris from your teeth, while sugary or starchy foods and beverages such as soda, candy, and baked goods all promote the proliferation of plaque and bacteria.

See your dentist regularly for cleanings and check-ups

While regular brushing and flossing help keep your teeth clean day-to-day, seeing your dentist for regular professional cleanings and check-ups is also important. At your cleaning, we will gently remove any built-up tartar from your teeth, which cannot be removed by brushing at home once it is formed. We also polish your teeth with a gritty toothpaste that helps reduce the surface area for bacteria and plaque to cling while also giving your smile a sparkling shine. We will also examine your teeth, gums, and other oral structures to ensure that they are healthy and that no potential issues are developing. By identifying and treating problems at an early stage, it can save you time, money, and unnecessary pain.

To schedule your routine cleaning and examination, call Harmony Hills Dental Care today at (365) 659-1008 or request your appointment online.

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