Tackling Your Dental Treatment Plan

Tackling Your Dental Treatment Plan

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Tackling Your Dental Treatment Plan

Hi! My name is Addy Reed. I’m 57 years old and have been neglectful about going to the dentist. Last month was my first dentist visit in six years. I had always been diligent about twice a year cleanings and checkups, but time got away from me until one of my crowns came out. As we age, the dental work from years past tends to do that. When you neglect to visit the dentist on a regular basis, the list of things that need to be done may grow; at least this was my experience. I left the dentist office with an extensive list of things I needed to have done. The office staff was very kind. They are working with me to set up a plan. I’m going to share some ideas on how to tackle a dental treatment plan, keeping it affordable and not too overwhelming.

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Protect Your Pearly Whites: Avoid These 3 Common Mistakes When Brushing Your Teeth

29 June 2016
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

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If you're like most people, you probably don't spend much time thinking about how you brush your teeth. The practice might even be second nature to you. All you have to do is pick up your toothbrush, dab some toothpaste on the bristles, and brush away. Simple. Right? Not exactly. In fact, if you're not putting any more thought than that into the way you brush your teeth, you could be jeopardizing your dental health. Here are three mistakes you could be making when it comes to the way you brush your teeth.

Using The Wrong Brush

When it comes to brushing your teeth, what you use is as important as how you use it. To be truly effective at cleaning your teeth, your toothbrush should be a perfect match. Your toothbrush should be the right size for your mouth. That means that you shouldn't have to stretch your jaw abnormally wide to fit your toothbrush in your mouth. The bristles should be firm enough to scrape the plaque off your teeth but not so firm that the bristles cut into your gums. Test out a few toothbrushes until you find the one that's a perfect match for you.

Rushing Through The Process

If you're rushing through the process of brushing your teeth, you're not getting them as clean as they could be. When you brush your teeth, the entire process should take several minutes. The best way to ensure that you spend enough time on your teeth is to use a timer. Bring an egg timer into the bathroom. Start the timer as soon as you begin brushing your teeth. Once the sand in the timer runs out, you'll be done brushing your teeth.

Utilizing The Wrong Technique

If you just stick your toothbrush in your mouth and start brushing, you might be using the wrong technique. When you're brushing your teeth, you need the bristles to get up under the gum line and in between your teeth. The bristles can't do that if they're positioned flat up against your teeth. Instead, place the bristles on your teeth and then tilt them until the edge of the bristles is rubbing under your gums. Once you have your toothbrush at the right angle, you can start brushing your teeth in short strokes. Don't forget to reach in the back of your mouth to get your molars.

Give your teeth the attention they deserve. The tips provided here will ensure that you're brushing your teeth the right way. For more helpful tips on how to care for your teeth, be sure to see your family dentist. If you're interested in learning more, check out websites like http://www.allaboutsmilesinc.com/.