Oral Health Tips For Summer 2017

If you live in the Central Kentucky area, or are planning to visit the Bluegrass region in the near future, we’d love to see your smiling face in one of our dental chairs this summer. That’s because our Lexington-based dental practice can keep you smiling through every season of life with our preventive dentistry program. To that end, we’d like to share our tips for keeping your smile on track, while you are in vacation mode. Keep reading, and then be sure to follow up and schedule your next appointment at Beaumont Family Dentistry!
Drink Water Like Crazy!
Here’s something you probably know: drinking water does your entire body a lot of good. Hydration is especially important in the summertime. But beyond the general health benefits, it can also help keep your breath from becoming offensive by allowing you to produce enough saliva to fight off the bad-breath-causing bacteria. That’s a big deal, right?
Avoid Sugary Snacks!
A cold bottle of Ale-8 or an icy popsicle might hit the spot but it won’t be much good for your smile in the long run because all that sugar will feed the bacteria that brings about cavities. No one wants to deal with fillings in the fall! Try to limit your intake of such things and you’ll be thankful.
Brush, Brush, Brush!
Hopefully your schedule is more relaxed and the living is easier (to a certain extent), but you should still be brushing your teeth for 2 minutes or more, at least twice each day. That’s what the American Dental Association says, and we concur. This will keep cavities and disease at bay, and it will leave your mouth feeling clean. Don’t get lax!
Find The Floss (And Use It)!
Keep in mind that brushing is a great beginning but it is never going to be enough for the ongoing battle in your mouth. To go after the plaque and tartar that remains between your teeth and in other hard to see areas, dental floss is the weapon you’ll need. Strive to do it at least once each day.
Add Mouthwash To The Mix!
There are fluoride mouthwashes available that can bring added oral health benefits. It is a nice way to finish off your routine. Just be sure to read the labels for age-appropriateness.
Plan To Visit Dr. Takacs!
We are here to help keep your mouth clean and your smile looking great. You will find that our professional teeth cleanings can take care of any bacteria, tartar, or plaque that is lurking in your mouth just waiting to cause problems. Remember, we have cleaning tools you just won’t find in your bathroom’s medicine cabinet.
Beyond that, our in-depth oral exams will give you a more accurate picture of what is going on in with your teeth and gums at any given time. We now feature a state-of-the-art office replete with gadgets like dental lasers that we rely on every day.
If you are looking for further preventive measures, we can provide even more prevention through fluoride treatments and sealants for kids and grown-ups alike.
See What We Can Do For You This Summer!
Contact us today to schedule your next appointment at our Lexington, KY dentist’s office. Dr. Takacs and the rest of our team are ready when you are!