New Year Dental Resolutions

Did you know poor oral hygiene could affect the rest of your body?
Did you know oral health presents clues about your overall well-being?

Oral health can affect both your physical and emotional well-being by causing an impact upon appearance, relationships, diet, nutrition and speech. Poor oral hygiene leads to a number of conditions such as plaque, gingivitis, periodontitis, halitosis, tooth decay and cavities.

By making one simple resolution to take care of your oral health, you can avoid suffering from dental discomfort and greatly improve your physical and emotional well-being.

Banishing old habits can be difficult but with a little helping hand achieving those New Year goals is easy. That’s why we are here to help you stay on track, providing support and guidance on oral health care, making you happier and healthier for the New Year.

Address outstanding issues.
Everyone is guilty of putting off those less than pleasant concerns, however, dental issues should not be ignored, whether it’s a broken, chipped or missing tooth, teeth whitening, a gap that needs closing between teeth, or even bad breath - stop ignoring those dental issues and get them seen to at the Smile Centre surgery.

Regularly visit your dentist.
Regular visits to the dentist means early signs of dental problems can be identified and addressed before they increase in severity. Waiting until you feel dental pain or discomfort is a bad idea, making sure you keep on top of your oral health with regular appointments could mean the difference between keeping a tooth and losing one.

Floss regularly.
Cleaning between your teeth helps prevents a build-up of plaque bacteria on the teeth, since 80% of cavities occur in the grooves, or pits and fissures of the teeth it’s highly recommended you floss at least once a day. Have your teeth professionally cleaned. Visit one of our hygienists who will clean your teeth in areas that are difficult to reach during routine brushing, removing any tartar that can develop on even the most immaculate teeth. They also provide excellent oral health advice to help prevent everything from tooth decay, erosion, gum disease and brushing techniques.

Smile more.
Smiling is good for the heart, it can reduce stress levels and lower the heart rate. Your smile is unique to you - show it off.