Summertime Dental Hygiene | Riverside Dentist

Now that we are smack dab in the middle of a heatwave, some of our dietary habits have begun to change. The warm drinks and cozy comfort foods have been exchanged for iced drinks and frozen confections. The problem is, we tend to forget our dental hygiene having so much fun in the sun. Instead of having a tough time at your next dental visit, keep your indulgences in check and take a moment to look after your smile. After all, summertime is a happy time of year. It’s important to make sure you have a smile to show off…

Brushing. It is no secret that you need to brush your teeth at least twice a day, and for at least two minutes – in the morning to start the day with fresh clean breath, and before bedtime to prevent any remaining cavity-causing bacteria from settling in your mouth while you sleep. If you happen to have a toothbrush handy, brushing between meals and sweet snacks won’t hurt.

Rinsing. Many of us have a tough time getting in all the nooks and crannies of our mouths. This is where mouthwash comes in handy. At what part of your dental hygiene routine doesn’t’ really matter. If you do it before you brush, you can loosen some stuck on foods; afterwards gets any remaining debris out while leaving your breath fresh. Just make sure you have a mouthwash with fluoride.

Flossing. One of the more neglected dental tasks has to be flossing. But in actuality, flossing plays a very important part in our dental routines. Not only does it get stuff stuck deep between each tooth, but it also keeps your gums healthy by preventing bacteria from getting inside and causing infection.

To set up an appointment, call Dr. Middleton’s office in Riverside, CA at (951) 470-3379 or through the website.

Dr. Gerald Middleton proudly accepts patients from Riverside and all surrounding areas.

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