Your Kansas City, MO dentist can provide you with great care at every dental exam. Your visit includes a thorough professional teeth cleaning, as well as a comprehensive review. As a result of these regular visits, you are protected against harmful substances like plaque and tartar, and you can receive early restorative dental care for any problem discovered during your review. These visits can be key in your efforts to keep your teeth in great shape. With that said, they are hardly your only line of defense against tooth decay and gum disease. Make sure you practice smart oral hygiene habits at home if you want to prevent dental troubles from occurring.

Are You Really Doing An Effective Job Brushing And Flossing?

Building a better brushing and flossing routine can keep your teeth protected against the threat of oral bacteria. Flossing every day can protect you against gum disease and cavities by keeping the spaces between your teeth clean. These areas are hard to reach with the bristles of your brush, but there is plenty of room for harmful agents like bacteria and food debris. To do a better job with the prevention of gum disease, make sure your floss string moves all the way to your gum line. For better brushing, focus on taking more time, and reaching more areas of your smile. Believing that “better” brushing means more aggressive brushing can actually create a problem for you, as you can wear down your enamel over time.

Your Food Choices Between Meals Can Become A Problem For Your Oral Health

Sticky, sugary foods can make it harder for you to stay cavity-free between dental checkups. Unfortunately, it can be hard to find truly healthy snack options if you are relying on your office vending machine, or other quick and convenient foods. Taking time out to clean your teeth during the day can help you offset the effects of unhealthy snacks, but you can also take action by planning your snacks.

Combining Better At-Home Habits With Regular Dental Checkups

Will better brushing and flossing habits help you fight plaque buildup? They certainly can, but what they cannot do is help you remove tartar deposits that have formed already. For the removal of tartar, a professional teeth cleaning is needed. This is one of many reasons routine care offers important support for your oral health. You also benefit because your dentist can plan restorative dental work for a recent problem, one that may not cause symptoms. If you have questions about your oral hygiene routine, your dentist can field them, and help you better protect your smile.

Talk To Delightful Dental Care About Practicing Better Oral Health Habits

Delightful Dental Care in Kansas City, MO is proud to make quality oral health care available to our patients! In addition to helping you in the office, we can help you at home by offering insights on better dental care habits. To find out more, or to make an appointment, please contact our practice by calling 816-942-7669.