The new year is about to begin and this is reason enough to make a few tangible changes in your lifestyle right now. If you are looking to restore the beauty of your smile, you have come to the right place. Let’s discuss a few dental/oral habits that anyone can follow to preserve/reinstate their smile before the new year begins:
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1. Brush At Least Twice A Day
This is a total no-brainer. You must brush at least twice a day without fail. There is no excuse to miss this habit. It is essential for healthy gums and sparkling white teeth. Make sure that you are not too aggressive with your brushing technique. The process should last for at least 2 or 3 minutes. Avoid any back-and-forth motions. Always invest in a medium-strength toothbrush and practice a circular motion when cleaning them every morning.
2. Quit Smoking
This habit is not just bad for your lungs and breath but also for your teeth. Excessive consumption of caffeine when combined with smoking can do a lot of damage to your teeth. If you have any dental or health problems already, smoking can worsen those conditions exponentially. Needless to mention it also causes yellowing of your teeth and tongue. No amount of mouthwash will be able to undo this damage if you do not control your habit of smoking or do away with it entirely. Believe it, nobody likes a yellow smile.
3. See Your Dentist Regularly
There is no need to get nervous. Everyone who follows good dental habits visits their local orthodontist regularly. You are one of the many people who truly care for their oral health. The dentist is going to check for several visual signs of various oral health issues such as gum disease, cavities, plaque, and tartar, mouth cancer, deformities in your teeth, and a lot more. He is also going to advise you on how to brush your teeth and whether or not you should use certain formulations of toothpaste and mouthwashes or not. He may also recommend you a different oral health routine depending upon your age and special medical conditions. Remember, oral health is important for you regardless of your age and overall fitness levels.
4. Did You Forget To Floss Today?
A lot of people forget the importance of flossing every day. When you talk with your dentist about getting rid of plaque and tartar from in between your teeth, the one thing that he would advise you never to ignore is flossing. Long-term studies have proven that flossing every day is highly beneficial for your overall oral health. This is because around 72% of the time your toothbrush and its bristles are not able to reach the tiny gap between your teeth. This is where dental floss comes in.
Renew Your Smile
These were a few habits that you should remember to make a part of your life before the new year begins. These are going to ensure that you always have a pearly-white and beautiful smile. Begin 2022 with positivity and happiness. Let your smile rock the world!
Tiffany is a Medical Student and also works as a fitness coach in part-time. She is also a writer and writes on health and fitness articles. Tiffany loves to engage with users and help them provide various useful information on General Health. She provides researched-based information and also featured on various blogs and magazines.