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Top Ways to Improve Your Oral Health and Hygiene
Perfect teeth won’t stay perfect for long without good oral health and hygiene. If you neglect to care for your teeth, you can anticipate problems with decay, oral infections, worn enamel, stained teeth, or gum disease. In the following FAQs, Dr. MitzAnn Alexis-Edmond from Elevation Dental Studio in Mount Vernon, New York, shares ways to avoid dental issues and keep your smile healthy and bright long-term.
What’s an ideal oral hygiene routine?
Good oral hygiene is the secret to a beautiful smile for life. Ideally, your oral care habits should include:
- Brushing twice daily with a soft bristle manual or electric toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste.
- Flossing at least once daily to remove food particles from between your teeth
- Using an antibacterial rinse at least once daily
- Eating a nutritious diet that minimizes your intake of sugar-filled foods and drinks
- Drinking plenty of water daily to flush out your teeth
- Scheduling biannual checkups and cleanings
Is flossing really necessary?
Brushing eliminates food and debris from your tooth surface. Flossing cleans between your teeth and around the gum line to remove food, debris, and plaque in these areas. Plaque that gathers below the gum line of your teeth can lead to gum disease, an infection of your gum tissues that can cause premature tooth loss. Flossing can be done at the end of the day after you’ve eaten all your snacks and meals.
Should I use mouthwash?
An antibacterial mouthwash can kill bacteria that gather on your gums and teeth to help prevent decay and gum disease. It doesn’t replace brushing and flossing but adds to the protection against cavities.
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How important are dental cleanings to my oral health and hygiene routine?
Professional dental cleanings reinforce your home oral hygiene routine to keep your teeth in optimal health over the years. Dr. Edmond recommends you schedule dental cleanings twice annually to keep plaque and tartar under control. The less plaque buildup there is on your teeth, the fewer problems you’ll have with decay and gum disease. Dental cleanings serve as a preventive measure to protect your oral health and preserve your smile well into the future.
How can I prevent cavities?
Good oral hygiene habits at home, eating a healthy diet that limits sugary and acidic foods and drinks, and seeing your dentist regularly can minimize your risk of cavities. Dr. Edmond also offers fluoride treatments and dental sealants as extra protection against cavities.
What is periodontal disease, and how can I prevent it?
Periodontal disease is a severe gum infection that causes swollen, painful gums, inflammation, bleeding, receding gums, and, eventually, tooth loss. It is caused by plaque and tartar buildup beneath the gum line of teeth. Brushing, flossing, and routine dental cleanings are the best deterrents against periodontal disease.
Who offers quality oral health and hygiene services near me?
Elevation Dental Studio is your one-stop location for quality oral care services in the Mount Vernon, NY, area. To schedule an appointment with Dr. MitzAnn Alexis-Edmond, call (914) 252-3238.
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Dr. MitzAnn Alexis-Edmond
Dr. MitzAnn Alexis-Edmond is a compassionate and experienced dentist with over 15 years of expertise. A graduate of Fayetteville State University, where she earned her B.S. in Biology summa cum laude, she went on to receive her DMD from the prestigious University of Pennsylvania. She completed an Advanced General Dentistry Residency at NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn. Dr. Edmond is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry and is dedicated to patient-centered care, ensuring comfort and quality outcomes. Skilled in cosmetic and restorative dentistry, she takes pride in building trust with even the most anxious patients.
