Improving Gum Health With Better Hygiene

When you take better care of your smile and improve your oral hygiene, you can help prevent the onset of periodontal disease. Which is why we want to offer tips on caring for your smile! In today’s blog, your Encinitas/San Diego, CA, periodontist talks about boosting smiles with better oral hygiene.

The Factors Behind Periodontal Disease

According to the Centers for Disease Control, half of adults over the age of 30 suffer from some form of periodontal disease. Without treatment, this could lead to an advanced stage that causes tooth loss. The disease could be brought on by factors that irritate and inflame the gums, such as tobacco use, poor brushing and flossing habits, a diet high in sugar and starch, and infrequent visits for cleanings. You may initially notice sore, red gums that bleed easily, or possibly swelling or even recession that makes teeth appear long. Don’t ignore these potential symptoms, reach out to our team for treatment right away!

Brushing and Flossing

With better oral hygiene habits, you can limit your risk of gum disease. If you have periodontal issues, this can help manage it to keep your smile whole and healthy. One major way to protect your smile is with daily brushing and flossing, as this removes particles of sugar and starch that could feed harmful bacteria and cause plaque and tartar buildup. You should brush when you wake up for two minutes and then do so again before going to bed. Each session should take about two minutes, and we recommend a fluoride toothpaste to help strengthen the outer enamel. You also need to floss every evening, removing what a toothbrush alone cannot reach. You should floss up and down each side of every tooth to reach and remove what bristles cannot reach.

Better Nutrients

You can also help with better nutrients! Try to cut back on foods and drinks that have a high amount of sugar and starch in them. When possible, eat fresh fruits and veggies, as well as nutrients high in vitamin C and D, and Omega-3 fatty acids. This helps protect your gum health, as well as your teeth too. If you have any questions about how our team will better manage your oral health and protect you from periodontitis, then contact our team today to learn more. We want to help you smile with confidence again and avoid the risk of tooth loss.

Talk to Dr. Kania About Boosting Oral Hygiene

Our team will help you strengthen your smile with better oral hygiene! To learn more about how our team improves your smile’s health, or to schedule your appointment, give us a call at our office in Encinitas, CA today at 760-642-0711. Be sure to see us soon before the year ends and your dental benefits expire!