How your dentist in Granger, Indiana can help your smile
Do you have a good oral care routine? If so, that’s fantastic! You have taken an important step toward enjoying a healthy smile for life. If not, you could be risking the health of your smile and your body.
According to the Mayo Clinic, an unhealthy smile puts you at greater risk of developing heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, and other serious conditions.
Dr. Ronald Stangebye at Advance Dental in Granger, Indiana offers a full line of preventive dental care services to help you enjoy a healthy smile.
A good oral care routine is all about removing plaque thoroughly, and often. Plaque contains millions of microscopic bacteria that produce poisons which can destroy your smile, infecting your gums, supporting bone, and causing tooth decay.
Your good oral care routine should include:
Brushing your teeth often, especially after meals and before you go to bed. Always use a soft-bristled toothbrush and brush in a gentle, circular motion. Clean all tooth surfaces and along the gumline.
Flossing your teeth every day, making sure you wrap the floss around the widest part of the tooth as you floss down in between teeth. This technique helps ensure the floss stays firmly against the tooth surface.
Regular visits to your dentist also need to be part of your good oral care plan. Dr. Stangebye will do a comprehensive dental examination, including x-rays. He can diagnose and treat dental issues while they are small before they can turn into big dental problems.
You should also visit your dental hygienist once every six to twelve months for a professional dental cleaning. You can also learn about all the latest information, techniques, and tools to keep your smile healthy at home.
You deserve a healthy smile for life, and developing a good oral care routine can help you achieve it. Your dentist can help, so call Dr. Ronald Stangebye of Advance Dental in Granger, Indiana at (574) 271-9910. Call today to find out more!