{"id":351,"date":"2019-10-16T19:56:20","date_gmt":"2019-10-16T19:56:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.davidweinmandmd.com\/blog\/?p=351"},"modified":"2019-10-30T20:01:52","modified_gmt":"2019-10-30T20:01:52","slug":"want-healthier-teeth-and-gums-5-ways-to-observe-national-dental-hygiene-month","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.davidweinmandmd.com\/blog\/want-healthier-teeth-and-gums-5-ways-to-observe-national-dental-hygiene-month\/","title":{"rendered":"Want Healthier Teeth and Gums? 5 Ways to Observe National Dental Hygiene Month"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.davidweinmandmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/AdobeStock_152468770__1571669261_41259.jpg\" alt=\"a young man having his teeth checked at the dentist\u2019s office\" class=\"wp-image-352\" width=\"301\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.davidweinmandmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/AdobeStock_152468770__1571669261_41259.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.davidweinmandmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/AdobeStock_152468770__1571669261_41259-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 301px) 100vw, 301px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you find yourself slacking on your oral hygiene\nroutine? Maybe you don\u2019t brush for the full two minutes or skip out on flossing\nbefore you go to bed. You\u2019re tired, and your teeth and gums can wait until the\nmorning, right? Unfortunately, this mindset won\u2019t have your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.davidweinmandmd.com\/checkups-cleanings.html\">dentist in\nWestfield<\/a> providing you with a good report the next time you go in for a\nvisit. Since October is National Dental Hygiene Month, here are 5 ways you can\nimprove the health of your teeth and gums this month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Brushing: Twice a Day for Two Minutes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When brushing your teeth, there are a few helpful tips to\nremember:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Use a soft-bristled toothbrush<\/li><li>Use fluoride toothpaste to protect your teeth\nfrom tooth decay and strengthen the enamel<\/li><li>Brush for a full two minutes each morning and\nevery night<\/li><li>Tip your brush to a 45-degree angle and move in\na back and forth or circular motion to reach all the surfaces of your teeth and\ngums<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Flossing: At Least Once a Day<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Using a waxed dental floss, this will help to remove harmful\nplaque and tartar as well as food particles from in-between your teeth. These\nareas are hard to reach with a toothbrush, so you need something smaller and\nmore flexible. Make sure not to push the floss down or up, as this can damage\nyour soft tissues and teeth. Gently move it back and forth until you reach the\narea near your gum line. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mouthwash: Use an Antimicrobial Rinse<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you\u2019ve got the plaque and tartar off and out from\nbetween your teeth, it\u2019s time to swish an antimicrobial mouthwash around to get\nrid of anything left behind. Not only does this give you a clean, refreshing\nbreath, but it also washes away anything your brush or floss couldn\u2019t reach or\nsuccessfully remove. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tongue Cleaning: Prevent Bad Breath<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t enjoy being near someone with bad breath, you\nmight want to think about how yours smells if you don\u2019t bother cleaning your\ntongue. While brushing your teeth, run your brush over the surface of your\ntongue to remove the film that can build on top of your tongue. If left to sit,\nthis can lead to tooth decay, gum disease, or halitosis (bad breath). If you\nprefer not to use your toothbrush, opt for an official tongue scraper. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mouthguard: Protect Your Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While this isn\u2019t necessary for all patients, those who are\nprone to bruxism (teeth grinding or clenching) or individuals who suffer from\nsleep apnea can benefit from wearing a mouthguard while you sleep. This will\nkeep your teeth from coming into contact with each other and causing additional\nwear and tear on the tooth enamel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By adhering to these 5 tips, you can put yourself on a path\nto healthier teeth and gums. Let your next dental cleaning in Westfield be a\npositive one by taking control of your oral health this month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author <\/strong><br>Looking for a dental professional who can help you take better care of your oral health? Look no further than Dr. David M. Weinman. Graduating from the State University of New York at Buffalo, he went on to enroll at the prestigious School of Dental Medicine at the University of Connecticut, earning his Doctor of Medical Dentistry degree. Dr. Weiman and his team are strong advocates for preventive care and believe in the benefits of regular dental checkups and cleanings as well as proper at-home oral hygiene practices. By combining the two, you can rest assured your teeth and gums will be in much better shape at each appointment. To learn more, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.davidweinmandmd.com\/contact-us.html\">contact us<\/a> at <strong>(908) 654-7200<\/strong> to find out how we can help.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you find yourself slacking on your oral hygiene routine? Maybe you don\u2019t brush for the full two minutes or skip out on flossing before you go to bed. You\u2019re tired, and your teeth and gums can wait until the morning, right? 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