Preventive family dental care begins with proper education. If we can help a patient change their behavior, they can create a lifelong pattern of good habits. With regular exams, scheduled cleanings and proper home maintenance- you can enjoy a lifetime of healthy teeth, gums and oral health.

Healthy smiles and overall good health are interconnected. Dental professionals are a vital part of a personal health team. Our hygiene staff is significantly experienced in detecting the early stages of dental diseases such as decay and gum disease. You can make sure to maintain good dental health by having regular dental exams, cleanings, x rays and proper home care.

Here are some helpful tips:

Tip #1

Use a straw when drinking fruit juices, soda pop, and even coffee. Soft drinks and coffee stain your teeth and the sugar in them will erode the enamel on your teeth. An easy way to stop this is by simply using a straw on a regular basis when drinking those kinds of beverages.

Tip #2

Drink water when eating something sweet. Why? Because drinking water can be as effective as flossing. The water helps to get in between the teeth, which stops sugar from doing as much damage as it can.

Tip #3

Drink water. First, it will stop you from drinking all those sugary drinks. Second, there is fluoride in the public drinking water. It is good for your teeth.

Tip #4

Use a mouthwash and toothpaste with fluoride in it every day. Fluoride helps to maintain strong and healthy teeth.

Tip #5

Eat a piece of fruit. Eating a piece of fruit, especially an apple, helps to clean teeth between brushings, makes for a good snack, and fresh fruit helps to fight tooth decay.

Tip #6

Limit sweet snacks during the day. Sugary foods attack your teeth 20 minutes after you finish eating them. If you eat something sweet after dinner, you are more likely to brush your teeth soon after, as oppose to during the day.

Tip #7

Chewing sugarless gum can help promote good dental hygiene and help to reduce cavities. Why? Sugarless gum helps produce salvia, which turns out to be a natural mouth rinse. It is also a worthwhile alternative if you can't brush your teeth after eating.

Tip #8

When flossing remember to pay special attention to the back of your teeth, which a lot of people over look.Tip

Tip #9

Spend about 3- 5 minutes brushing your teeth, twice a day. This may sound like a long time, but the extra minutes can go a long way in keeping your teeth healthy and strong. If you think it is too hard, set a timer or watch a series of commercials; when they end, you can stop brushing.

Tip #10

Use a toothbrush that has the ADA (American Dental Association) stamp of approval. Also make sure it is soft and have round bristles. Replace your toothbrush every three months or after getting over the flu or a cold.