Hygiene /
Periodontal Health

Are you aware of the importance of oral hygiene and periodontal health? In order to have a long-lasting, healthy smile, it’s essential to make oral health a priority. Making the health of your teeth and gums a focus is the only way to achieve a beautiful, white smile. It will also prevent bad breath and future serious dental issues like tooth decay and periodontal disease.

What are the signs of a healthy smile?

The only way to honestly know if your oral hygiene is up to par is by making an appointment with your dentist. However, a few signs that you have a healthy smile are:

• Teeth are free of debris
• Gums are a pink color and don’t bleed when flossing or brushing
• Breath is consistently fresh

What are effective ways to achieve great oral hygiene?

To have healthy gums and teeth, you have to have a thorough and consistent oral hygiene routine. Unfortunately, just brushing and flossing isn’t always enough to achieve optimum oral health. Some ways to elevate your oral health routine are:

• Brush a minimum of twice a day and floss at least once a day
• Incorporate fluoride in your oral hygiene routine
• Eat a well-balanced diet that promotes good oral health
• Use a mouth rinse
• Visit your dentist at least twice a year for checkups and cleanings

Finding a general dentist that you can trust is an essential first step to proper oral hygiene and your overall health. Ferlita Dentistry can supply you with important information for daily care. Contact our office today to learn more about our services. We look forward to giving you a reason to smile!