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You try to be healthy. You watch what you eat, and you exercise.\nYou avoid things that are bad for your body, and you\u2019re mindful of your overall\nhealth. But what about your oral health? Are you paying enough attention to\nyour mouth? When you practice oral hygiene at home and partner with your dentist<\/a>,\nyou can make sure your mouth stays happy and healthy. Here are 4 habits that\ncan help you improve your oral health and preserve your natural teeth for the\nfuture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Flossing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Every time you go to the dentist, you hear the same thing:\nyou need to floss. Does it really make that much of a difference? In fact, it\ndoes! Think of all the surfaces of your teeth in between your teeth where your\ntoothbrush can\u2019t reach. Plaque can accumulate there and allow harmful bacteria easy\naccess to your teeth and gums. If allowed to remain, these bacteria can cause\ntooth decay in difficult-to-reach places or gum disease. The small but\nsignificant action of flossing your teeth at least once a day helps protect your\nmouth against these conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visiting the Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Even if you brush and floss your teeth diligently every day,\nyou still need to see the dentist twice a year? Why? Over time, plaque can slowly\nbuild up and solidify, making it difficult to remove. Your dental cleaning\nevery six months takes care of the buildup and prevents problems from\ndeveloping in the first place. Also, your dentist performs an oral exam and can\nfind any signs of serious conditions, such as gum disease or oral cancer.\nGetting this exam twice a year helps ensure that you\u2019ll catch problems early, making\nthem easier to treat and overcome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wearing a Mouthguard<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you play sports, particularly contact sports, you should\nconsider wearing a mouthguard for protection. Although you could get mouthguards\nat the store, your dentist can make a mouthguard that is fitted just for you.\nThat way, it\u2019ll feel better in your mouth and have less impact on your speech\nand breathing. Accidents happen, but you can be prepared and keep your teeth\nsafe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using a Fluoride Mouthwash<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the best ways to strengthen your teeth is with\nfluoride. You should be using fluoride toothpaste, and hopefully your tap water\nis fluoridated. If you\u2019re looking for extra protection, you can use an\nanticavity fluoride mouthwash daily as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As you implement these habits into your life and take a\nproactive role in your oral health, you can see a difference in your mouth, especially\nfor the long term. You have only one set of natural teeth. Make sure you take\ncare of them, so you can bite, chew, speak, and smile for years to come. For more\ninformation or tips about oral health, contact your dentist!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At Capron Park
Dental<\/a>, there are two talented, experienced dentists who serve patients in Attleboro and the surrounding area. Dr. William Herr<\/a> and Dr. Andrew Luccio<\/a> along with the rest of the team, have years of experience and specialize in preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry. They also help with teeth straightening and emergency dental services. To contact them for an appointment, you can call or click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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