With the spring season, you’re likely to go through your house and clean or reorganize any clutter to renew your living space. Though tidying up your home can feel great, you might experience something better by updating your oral hygiene routine. After all, having a healthy and beautiful smile can do wonders for both your dental and overall well-being. Here are four easy ways you can spruce up your daily oral care.
Get a Brand-New Toothbrush
Most dentists will recommend replacing your toothbrush every three to four months. The reason is that the bristles can gradually become worn out and frayed, causing them to be ineffective in maintaining a clean and healthy smile. The last thing you’d want is to accumulate bacteria and plaque even if you’re brushing your teeth every day. Be sure to switch out your old one so that you always have a reliable tool for scrubbing your pearly whites. You might even get an electric toothbrush for improved cleaning power!
Check the Expiration Dates
Do you often look out for product expiration dates, such as your milk, eggs, and bread? While these are more obvious, you should know that your dental cleaning products also have their due dates. Once they’ve passed their period of effectiveness, your toothpaste or mouthwash won’t be able to keep your mouth as clean as it should. For this reason, you’ll want to double-check when they expire so that you can replace them with a new one.
Clean Your Toothbrush Holder
After brushing your teeth, do you place your toothbrush in a cup or some other holder? Though this might not seem like a big problem, this container can end up being exposed to all the same dust and bacteria as the rest of your bathroom. If left unchecked, you could end up spreading these to your mouth via your toothbrush. To avoid this, make sure to wash the holder thoroughly and frequently.
Schedule Dental Checkups & Cleanings
Even if you practice strict oral hygiene every day, your toothbrush and floss can only clean so much. For deeper polishing treatment, you should visit your dentist every six months for dental checkups and cleanings. They’ll be able to address any developing problems in your mouth as well as remove any plaque and tartar in the hard-to-reach areas. These visits will also help prevent more serious oral health issues from starting, such as decay and gingivitis.
Other than cleaning out the house, you should consider smartening up your oral hygiene with the above tips. Speak with your dentist, and they’ll be glad to help preserve your pearly whites on your next visit!
About the Practice
At Cross Creek Dental Care, we are proud to provide essential and modern dental care for our patients. Our staff is highly experienced and compassionate about delivering personalized treatments, and we do everything we can to make your visit a pleasant experience. Some of our services include dental checkups and cleanings, periodontal therapy, fluoride treatment, and oral cancer screenings. Feel free to check out our website or give us a call at 740-392-6156 to schedule your appointment.