Posted by Dr. Bo Crofoot Feb 11,2020
Whether you’re single or have been married for decades, everyone knows that the true loves of your life are each one of your pearly whites. They make you feel confident, support your everyday endeavors of eating and speaking, and even play your greatest wingman by impressing onlookers with their beauty and brightness. Read on for some of the best ways to confess your love for your mouth for Valentine’s Day.
While heart-shaped chocolates are a traditional Valentine’s Day staple, they’re not exactly unique. Your smile is one-of-a-kind, and the best way to appreciate it is to help it stay healthy and cavity-free. If you have a sweet tooth and regularly indulge in sugary snacks, you can show your pearly whites you care by substituting healthier alternatives, like fresh fruits and vegetables.
Substances such as sugar and carbohydrates play a primary role in the formation of several oral health problems, such as cavities and gum disease. When you switch out sweets for fresh celery, carrots, and melon, you’ll be able to keep cavities at bay by preventing harmful oral bacteria accumulation.
There’s nothing more thoughtful and caring that you can do for your teeth than scheduling a checkup and cleaning with your dentist this February. A thorough professional cleaning can make your pearly whites feel and look great by removing plaque, tartar, and food debris from your mouth. Your dentist will also conduct a visual examination of your oral tissues and facial structure in search of signs of any common oral health conditions. This allows them to spot the issues earlier rather than later, reducing the impact they have on your overall wellbeing and preserving your smile.
When you brush and floss every morning and evening, it helps remove plaque, food debris, and other harmful substances that can cause cavities and gum disease. It’s also important to make sure that you’re not forgetting to brush your tongue as well. The surface is made of sticky rough bumps called papillae that trap food debris and can cause your breath to smell. Unless it’s regularly cleaned, this can cause plaque and harmful bacteria accumulation.
The best way to show your teeth how much you love them is to invest in new oral health products that are more efficient and effective. In the last decade, countless neat tools like the water flosser and sonic toothbrush have revolutionized at-home oral hygiene. With these tools, you’ll be able to remove more plaque from your teeth and reduce your risk of developing cavities and gum disease. Before you make a trip to the store, be sure to ask your dentist for recommendations about which dental health products would be best for you.
This Valentine’s Day, let your teeth know you love them by taking them on a date to your dentist in Rexburg. Routine professional care along with regular at-home dental hygiene will reduce your risk of ever having to part with your beautiful pearly whites!
Dr. Thomas Snarr has nearly three decades of experience helping his patients improve their oral health. He looks forward to getting to know everyone that walks through his office doors and helping them find the best treatment solutions to the problems they face. He offers comprehensive dental solutions, including every service from a simple checkup and cleaning to sleep apnea therapy. For questions or to schedule a routine appointment, visit Cornerstone Family Dental’s website or call 208-356-4240.
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