{"id":79,"date":"2019-10-10T20:56:01","date_gmt":"2019-10-10T20:56:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.crsmile.com\/blog\/?p=79"},"modified":"2024-11-01T14:56:37","modified_gmt":"2024-11-01T14:56:37","slug":"best-dental-hygiene","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.crsmile.com\/blog\/2019\/10\/best-dental-hygiene\/","title":{"rendered":"Its National Dental Hygiene Month! Here\u2019s How to Stay Healthy"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.crsmile.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/AdobeStock_75685665__1534541535_55175-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Woman smiling\" class=\"wp-image-80\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crsmile.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/AdobeStock_75685665__1534541535_55175-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.crsmile.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/AdobeStock_75685665__1534541535_55175-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.crsmile.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/AdobeStock_75685665__1534541535_55175.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may know that good oral hygiene can give you a clean\nsmile, but did you know it could lead to a longer, healthier life? Common\ndental issues like gum disease are linked to higher risks of problems like\nheart attacks, strokes, certain cancers, diabetes, and even Alzheimer\u2019s. That\u2019s\nwhy October is National Dental Hygiene Month\u2014an effort to raise awareness on\nthe importance of maintaining good oral health. Keep reading to learn some of\nthe best ways to keep your smile in shape!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">It All Starts at Home<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nothing is more important for your oral health than a daily\nroutine. This should consist of brushing twice a day, once in the morning and\nonce at night, for two minutes each session. Be sure to thoroughly clean your\ngumline as well, angling your brush at a 45-degrees for the best cleaning. It\u2019s\nalso important to floss your teeth once a day. This simple step removes plaque,\nbacteria, and food debris that hide in between your teeth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lastly, you can add an ADA-approved, nonalcoholic mouthwash\nto your routine for a finishing touch of clean. A portion of your mouth can\u2019t\nbe reached with brushing and flossing, which is why mouthwash is a great\noption. Just remember to avoid rinses with alcohol because those products can\ndry out your mouth, promoting bacterial growth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">See Your Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just like you take your car in for an oil change or routine\ninspection, it\u2019s important to see your dentist twice a year for regular <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crsmile.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">checkups and\ncleanings.<\/a> These appointments are vital because they prevent and detect\noral health issues before they become more serious. For example, a simple\ncavity can turn into a root canal if it isn\u2019t treated early, and gum disease is\ncompletely reversible in its early stages. Your dentist will carefully check\nyour mouth for these issues as well as any type of infection, bite problems,\noral cancer, or other abnormalities. Dentists alone catch 84% of oral cancers\neach year, making these routine visits potentially lifesaving. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During the cleaning portion of your visit, your dental\nhygienist will be able to give your smile a thorough cleaning, reaching places\nthat you couldn\u2019t get to at home. They will also be able to give you some more\nspecific tips on how to keep your mouth healthy after spending some time\ncleaning your smile. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Especially during October, the season of sugar, remember to\nmaintain your routine and see your dentist! If you follow these tips, you can\nkeep your smile happy and healthy during National Dental Hygiene Month and\nbeyond. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Paul Coombs &amp; Dr. William Ross combine their decades of experience with a passion for quality care to deliver the best treatments for their patients. They know the importance of preventive care, which is why they want to celebrate National Dental Hygiene Month. For any questions, they can be reached through their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crsmile.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or by phone at (803) 324-5301.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You may know that good oral hygiene can give you a clean smile, but did you know it could lead to a longer, healthier life? Common dental issues like gum disease are linked to higher risks of problems like heart attacks, strokes, certain cancers, diabetes, and even Alzheimer\u2019s. 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