Maintaining a Great Smile: Dental Hygiene Tips

Floss is HUGE!!!  Between the teeth is where most breath problems come from as well as most gum disease and adult decay.  Think of what food does when it sits in a corner of your fridge too long.  Now think of that same food in a warm, moist, dark hidden crevice in your mouth instead of in a fridge!  You get the point!   Next an electric toothbrush (I strongly believe Sonicare is the best and I think the evidence is pretty strong) will help more than... more

Flossing is the most important step in keeping up with your oral hygiene. If you don’t floss, bacteria and debris sits between your teeth and can wreak havoc. Many people have bad breath issues due to the lack of flossing.

I wish all of my patients would FLOSS! That’s the hardest thing to get anyone to do but research shows it’s actually affects your heart and overall body health.

I always recommend my patients to start brushing correctly. This entails placing the toothbrush at a 45-degree angle between the gum and tooth (sulcus), brushing for ten seconds per tooth in circles. Flossing is also important. The best way to learn how to floss is from your dentist or hygienist. You should use an 18-inch piece of floss, wrapping six inches around your middle fingers. Make sure that the floss is wrapped around tightly. Using an inch to an inch and a half piece, gently... more

The obvious answer to maintaining a healthy smile is dedication to flossing and brushing as well as eating a healthy diet and regular dental visits. Also depending on a patient's condition, the hygiene department may make additional recommmendations for other hygiene items like a proxybrush.

It is very important to brush and floss twice a day. Brush gently in circular motion using a soft toothbrush. You can also brush your tongue for fresh breath. Flossing will clean the contact areas between the teeth that the toothbrush can't access. Gently slide in the floss and slide it 1-2 mm under the gum with a gentle up and down motion. This will only take a few minutes and is well worth it. Keep it clean, Dr. Elizabeth Jahanian. more

Flossing is an important part of your dental routine it helps remove food left behind stuck between teeth, brush for at least 3 minutes, using a mouth rinse or waterpik helps flush out any bacteria left behind. You can also use a tongue scraper  to remove bacteria left on the back of the tongue that causes bad breath. Flossing & brushing should be done twice a day. You should visit your hygienist every 6 months to maintain unless otherwise... more

Brush regularly and floss at least twice a day using oral care products that are free of detergents, alcohol, and chemical additives- like REVITIN Eat (and drink) more fruits and vegetables high in fiber and antioxidants like blueberries, cranberries, dark green vegetables and green teas Visit your hygienist every 3-4 months; they are experts on helping you keep your smile healthy and beautiful

I wish all my patients would floss more. One should floss every evening.

Floss, Floss, Floss and Floss! Regular flossers have very little chance of developing Gum Disease.

Brush twice a day using a medium bristle small-headed brush Clean between your teeth with floss or brush sticks at least three times a week Use a fluoride toothpaste in small pea sized amounts Avoid smoking, tea (even herbal teas) and coffee. See your dental hygienist regularly to remove staining.

Visit your dentist every 6 months!!!!! And allow the dentist to take periodic radiographs (x-rays). Electric toothbrushes are GREAT and well worth the extra money!! Flossing at least once a day really does make a huge difference. Eliminate all tobacco products!!!!

My number one recommendation is that patients keep their 6 month routine dental check up. This will keep any unwanted dental surprises at bay. In addition, the cleanings will give them whiter teeth and healthier oral hygiene. Aside from routine check ups, floss and use an electric toothbrush. Routine check ups will give you a healthy smile and added security. You hear it every time you go to the dentist to floss more. There is a reason behind that. Flossing will keep your teeth healthy,... more