How to Protect your Teeth this Spring

Spring can bring about many changes in your every day life, and it is a great time to re-focus on the protection of your teeth. From protection during outdoor activities to proper oral care, there are a number of ways to combat damage to your teeth. Your trusted dentist in southern Missouri knows how important it is to keep your teeth safe. To learn some great ways to protect your teeth, see the points provided below, by Access Dental & Dentures.

Use a Mouth Guard

With a ton of outdoor activities taking off - from baseball to roller skating to biking - there are more and more dangers for your teeth, during the spring months. No matter what activity you and your family like to partake in, it is important to protect your smile with a mouth guard. This can help reduce the chance of a tooth injury or broken tooth. Be sure to encourage your children to wear a mouth guard, when playing sports or other contact-prone activities.

Brush Twice

While protecting your teeth from outside dangers is important, there is a TON of danger lurking in your mouth. To help reduce the chance of a cavity or gum infection, be sure to brush your teeth twice a day. This can help clean your teeth of bacteria and food particles that can build up throughout the day. From eating and drinking to breathing, bacteria enters your mouth in a number of ways. It is important to rid your teeth of these harmful bacteria particles, for a healthy mouth.

Floss Once

While it is recommended it brush twice a day, it's also important to floss at least once each day too. Flossing can help eliminate that hard to reach bacteria that rests between the teeth. Food particles can also hide between teeth, where flossing can help rid your mouth of potential problem-causing build up.

Indulge in Healthy Treats

With the start of spring comes a wider range of fresh fruit and vegetables. These are great alternatives to sugary-filled foods that can cause damage to your teeth. Sugar can actually build up on your teeth, in combination with your saliva, and eat away at your tooth enamel. It is great to find a healthy treat that can benefit your teeth, as well as please your taste buds!

Schedule a Check-up

A regular dental appointment can help ensure your teeth are on track and staying healthy. If you haven't had a check up lately, schedule your's today! It is recommended that a dentist look over your teeth and get professionally cleaned, at least once every six months. To schedule your appointment, contact us at 877-DENTIST.

There are a number of ways to help protect your teeth this spring. Now that you know a few of these, you are ready to take action to improve and protect your oral care. The best dentist in southern Missouri is here for all of your oral care needs! To schedule a regular check up or repair after an injury (if you forgot to wear your mouthpiece) contact Access Dental and Dentures today!

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