7 New Year’s Tips to Improve your Dental Health
How are your New Year’s resolutions coming along? As we approach the end of January, it’s the perfect time to reaffirm the resolutions you made, and possibly ad a few new ones. Whether it’s finishing up the dental plan that got neglected due to the pandemic, or just improving our flossing habits, now is the perfect time to initiate change and it can be exciting and fun to plan out the year with new goals in ways you want to change yourself and your life for the year ahead.
Teeth Cleaning
Did you know that it only takes 24 hours of not brushing and flossing for tartar to harden into plaque? When you get your teeth cleaned regularly, you are able to get on top of plaque formation and keep it under control. Teeth cleaning, not only brightens your smile, it also prevents gum disease, protects against cavities and improves overall health.
Healthy Gums
The leading cause of tooth loss is due to periodontal disease, which is when plaque and bacteria infect the gums and start to destroy the bone of the jaw. Gum disease can be prevented by brushing and flossing every day and getting teeth cleanings on a regular basis based on your dentist’s recommendations.
Restore
Chipped, cracked and fractured teeth need protection to prevent further damage and decay. Crowns are great for restoring the structure of the teeth and protecting the tooth from foreign invaders such as plaque and bacteria. Fillings will fill in cavities and prevent the bacteria from reaching the root of your tooth.
Preserve
Did you know that your body will reabsorb the calcium in your jaw when there is a missing tooth? In time the bone loss will alter the appearance of your face and create impairments to your chewing and jaw alignment. That’s why dental implants aren’t just for cosmetic reasons. They also contribute to maintaining the structure of your jaw by preventing the bone loss from occurring after losing a tooth.
Sleep Better
Sleep Apnea can lead to several chronic conditions such as stroke, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease and contribute to overall bad health and stress. If you are suffering from sleep apnea there is hope. Wurzbach Parkway Family Dental
