Happy 2024, everyone! We can’t think of a better time than the start of a new year to renew your commitment to your oral health. And there’s no better way to jumpstart this renewed commitment than by scheduling your next dental exam.
To help you take this proactive step in 2024, we’ve assembled a guide to highlight the importance of strong at-home oral hygiene and scheduling regular dental appointments.
The Paramount Importance of Proper At-Home Oral Hygiene
Strong at-home oral health practices are essential to healthy teeth and gums and solid overall health. Here are some tips for creating strong at-home oral health practices in 2024:
- Brush your teeth regularly. Everyone should brush their teeth at least twice a day using fluoride toothpaste.
- Floss regularly and properly. Similarly, we all must floss daily to remove plaque and food particles from between our teeth and along our gumlines. When doing so, it’s important to keep in mind that more vigorous flossing is not more productive. Smooth and steady is the way to go!
- Rinse regularly with mouthwash. In addition to brushing and flossing, use an antimicrobial mouthwash to eliminate harmful bacteria that can cause plaque and tartar.
- Maintain a healthy diet. Try to steer clear of foods and beverages that are high in bacteria-promoting sugars and enamel-eroding acids. Instead, try to maintain a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains.
Beyond Oral Health: The Significance of Regular Checkups
The importance of regular dental appointments extends beyond addressing oral health issues as they arise. These exams are vital to proper preventive care, allowing your dentist to identify issues in their early stages and address them long before they develop into major threats to your health, like infections that can spread through the body and major health issues like heart disease.
Seamlessly Scheduling Your Next Visit
Here at Bridge Dental, we’re committed to making this process of booking an appointment as easy and convenient for you as possible. To schedule your next visit, you can reach us by phone, at (423) 219-5183 or via our user-friendly online system.
We maintain a schedule tailored to accommodate your busy schedule by opening at 8:00 am every weekday, Monday through Friday, and holding Saturdays exclusively for “by appointment” visits!
Effective, Caring, and Convenient Dental Care in Chattanooga, TN
If you’re in Chattanooga and are committed to boosting your dental and overall wellness in 2024, take an all-important first step by contacting dentist Dr. Primesh Modi and the friendly and knowledgeable team at Bridge Dental Care to schedule your next appointment!