{"id":172,"date":"2020-03-26T22:29:15","date_gmt":"2020-03-26T22:29:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dixhillsdentist.com\/blog\/?p=172"},"modified":"2020-09-21T12:35:47","modified_gmt":"2020-09-21T12:35:47","slug":"5-tips-healthy-smile-dentist-dix-hills","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dixhillsdentist.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/26\/5-tips-healthy-smile-dentist-dix-hills\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Tips for a Healthy Smile Until You Can See Your Dentist"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-173\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dixhillsdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/brushing-teeth-2-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Woman looking in mirror while brushing her teeth at dentist in Dix Hills.\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dixhillsdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/brushing-teeth-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dixhillsdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/brushing-teeth-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dixhillsdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/brushing-teeth-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Your smile relies on more than your toothbrush and floss to stay healthy. You\u2019re also supposed to see your dentist in Dix Hills at least twice a year for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dixhillsdentist.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">cleaning and checkup<\/a>. Unfortunately, many dental offices are closed to help combat the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, your routine visit might have to wait. There\u2019s no need to worry. Here are 5 tips to keep your smile healthy until you can see your dentist again.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Brush twice per day.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s recommended you brush your teeth in the morning and at night\nfor 2 minutes each session. Commit to cleaning all surfaces of your teeth and\nyour tongue using a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste. If your bristles\nlook worn, it\u2019s time to replace your toothbrush to ensure it effectively removes\nplaque and bacteria from your teeth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Floss every night before bed.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Besides brushing, you also need to floss daily. Flossing cleans in-between your teeth and around your gum line where your toothbrush can\u2019t reach. Use floss that has earned the American Dental Association\u2019s Seal of Acceptance each night before going to bed to keep your gums healthy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Limit your sugar consumption.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sugar is a large contributor to tooth decay. When sugar\ncombines with your saliva, it creates an acidic plaque, which will slowly erode\nyour enamel until it creates a hole. Even during the early stages of decay, you\ncan experience pain and sensitivity. You can reduce your risk of a cavity by\nlimiting your consumption of sugary foods and drinks. If you can\u2019t ignore your\nsweet tooth, be sure to brush your teeth well afterward. If you can\u2019t get to\nyour toothbrush, rinse your mouth with water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Don\u2019t use your teeth as tools.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019re all guilty of using our teeth to tear open a package\nor cut tape. While your teeth can come in handy, it\u2019s best to get the right\ntool for the job. Using your teeth as tools can lead to a dental emergency. Although\nit might take a moment longer, use scissors instead of your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Don\u2019t chew on inedible objects.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have a habit of chewing on your nails when you\u2019re\nnervous or biting on a pencil while you\u2019re concentrating, you\u2019re slowly\nchipping away at your enamel. This can lead to unpleasant news when you see\nyour dentist again. It\u2019s best to avoid chewing on inedible objects. You can\nchew sugarless gum if you need help breaking the habit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dentist Near Me for a Healthy Smile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you can\u2019t get into your dentist for your routine cleaning\nand checkup, it\u2019s important to maintain your oral hygiene at home. With a\nproactive approach, you can keep your teeth and gums healthy until your next\nappointment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>About Dr. Raj Gaur<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dixhillsdentist.com\/meet-dr-raj-gaur.html\">Dr. Raj Gaur<\/a> has\nover a decade of experience as a general dentist. He focuses on prevention to\nensure his patients\u2019 smiles stay healthy. With over 350 hours of continuing education\ncourses, you can rest assured your smile is in good hands. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dixhillsdentist.com\/contact-us.html\">Contact our office today<\/a>\nto schedule an appointment. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your smile relies on more than your toothbrush and floss to stay healthy. You\u2019re also supposed to see your dentist in Dix Hills at least twice a year for a cleaning and checkup. Unfortunately, many dental offices are closed to help combat the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, your routine visit might have to wait. 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