It’s not always convenient to tote a full-size toothbrush and toothpaste with you. However, if you can manage to find a spot for a travel toothbrush and paste, it can be very beneficial to your oral health. This is particularly well-suited to something you keep around in the workplace. After you eat a meal or snack, begin by rinsing your mouth. Then, after 30 minutes, go ahead and brush your teeth.
Sometimes you’re out and about and practicing traditional dental hygiene is simply impossible. In these cases, chewing sugarless gum offers effective plaque removal. Always remember to check that the gum is free of sugar.
The bacteria that lead to cavities and other oral health problems feed on sugar, so it’s a good idea to skip sugary snacks and drinks altogether. However, if you’re going to indulge, do so when you have access to a toothbrush and paste. Otherwise, reach for a high-calcium snack like dairy or cut veggies. These foods help protect your teeth. And, of course, make water your drink of choice – it is hydrating and assists in washing away bacteria.
As a board-certified periodontist, Dr. Ann M. Kania is specially qualified to diagnose and treat issues concerning periodontal tissue and the supportive structures of a patient’s smile, as well as place dental implants to restore teeth lost to dental disease or trauma. Dr. Kania also offers the Pinhole® Surgical Technique (PST) for minimally-invasive, scalpel-free gum grafting. To seek Dr. Kania’s expertise, contact her office today at (760) 642-0711.
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