October is National Dental Hygiene Month, which means it’s time to brush up on brushing. At Elite Dental Arts in Midtown, we provide advanced restorative and cosmetic care, but any procedure is going to depend on regular maintenance to be successful.
Teeth should be brushed twice a day from the time the first one emerges. Artificial teeth are no exception. Brushing should be done with a soft-bristled brush for two minutes at a time and on every tooth surface. When brushing the outward-facing sides of the teeth, it is good to use a sideways motion as long as the gum lines are not neglected. When brushing the inward-facing sides, people should use vertical strokes. Flossing is still considered a core part of dental hygiene. When flossing, people should use long strands, slide the strand as far down the side of each tooth as they can, and make a shoe-shine motion to catch tartar. A Waterpik is an acceptable alternative.
Using a tongue scraper every day is a good way to fight bad breath and to prevent the inhalation of dangerous bacteria. Mouthwash can improve peoples’ breaths, but isn’t a substitute for brushing and flossing. Hygienists also recommend chewing sugar-free gum after meals as a way to remove food debris if a person doesn’t plan to brush again for several hours.
Call 212-681-0939.
Nick M. Mobilia, DDS
ELITE DENTAL ARTS
9 East 45th Street, 6th Floor
New York, NY 10017
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