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Do you forget to brush your teeth before going to bed? Maybe you don\u2019t visit your dentist as often as you should? There isn\u2019t any better time than a new year to recommit to your smile. While you might plan to eat healthier, exercise more often, or save money, put your oral health at the top of your priority list. Not sure where to start? Here are 4 New Year\u2019s resolutions for a healthier smile in 2022.<\/p>\n
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The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends brushing your teeth at least twice daily, if not after every meal. Unfortunately, it\u2019s easy to crawl into bed after a long day without reaching for your toothbrush. Although it may not seem concerning, your mouth is a dark and moist environment, which means harmful oral bacteria can quickly multiply while you sleep. You can combat tooth decay, gum disease, and bad breath by brushing before calling it a night. The ADA recommends using a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste to clean all surfaces of your teeth and tongue for at least two full minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re like many people, flossing can seem like a chore, but it\u2019s just as important as your toothbrush. Although brushing is your first line of defense against preventable oral health issues, it can\u2019t clean everywhere in your mouth, like between your teeth. Flossing removes the accumulations left behind by your toothbrush to keep your gums healthy. With 50% of adults having the preventable infection, you can help avoid tooth loss by flossing before bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Your oral hygiene routine is essential for a healthy smile, but the ADA also recommends visiting your dentist semi-annually. Even if you don\u2019t have any current dental concerns, a cleaning and checkup<\/a> are necessary. Your dental team will remove tartar buildup and examine your mouth for any issues, like weakened decay or gum inflammation. This allows them to intervene early to lessen the likeliness of needing a costly treatment down the road. If you have dental insurance, 100% of the cost of preventive services may be covered. You can see your dentist regularly, even if money is tight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The foods you eat not only affect your waistline, but also your smile. It\u2019s best to maintain a balanced diet that\u2019s limited in sugars and starches. You\u2019ll also want to skip sugary or acidic drinks to preserve your enamel. Drink plenty of water to support a healthy mouth and body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can head into 2022 looking and feeling your best with a commitment to your smile. Schedule a cleaning and checkup today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n About Dr. Marianna Gaitsgory<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Dr. Gaitsgory<\/a> earned her dental degree from the Goldman School of Dental Medicine before continuing her training in advanced studies. She focuses on prevention to help each patient achieve a healthy, beautiful smile. If it is time for your next cleaning and checkup, contact our office<\/a> today to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Do you forget to brush your teeth before going to bed? Maybe you don\u2019t visit your dentist as often as you should? There isn\u2019t any better time than a new year to recommit to your smile. While you might plan to eat healthier, exercise more often, or save money, put your oral health at the […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[61],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.framinghampremierdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/394"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.framinghampremierdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.framinghampremierdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.framinghampremierdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.framinghampremierdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=394"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.framinghampremierdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/394\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":396,"href":"https:\/\/www.framinghampremierdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/394\/revisions\/396"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.framinghampremierdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=394"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.framinghampremierdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=394"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.framinghampremierdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=394"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}4. Eat a healthy diet.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n