10 oral health tips from nyc smile design

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Page 1: 10 Oral Health Tips from NYC Smile Design

F O R A H E A L T H Y , B E A U T I F U L S M I L E

O R A L H E A L T H T I P S

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TOOTHBRUSHING TIPS:

Brush twice a day, for about 2 minutes each timeUse a soft­bristled toothbrush to be kind to your gumsHold the bristles at a 45 degree angle to your gumsBrush the chewing surfaces, outer surfaces and inner surfacesof your teeth using gentle motionsBrush your tongue and the roof of your mouth

Optimize the WayYou Brush

Brushing is brushing right?Wrong! Consider these tips to

make the most of yourbrushing routine.

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1x per dayevery day

DON'TFORGET

TO FLOSS

Flossing is essential to aproper oral hygiene routine.Flossing is easy to overlook,but think of it as the other halfof your nightly dental routine.

Flossing is one of the best

ways to fight dental plaque,

which causes gum disease.

Flossing reaches the plaque

in between your teeth,

where your toothbrush

bristles cannot reach.

DENTAL INSIDER TIP

Pick a time of day for flossing,and stick to it! Whether

morning, noon or night, havinga designated time helps you

get into a routine.

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DITCH YOUR OLDTOOTHBRUSH...

FOR A FLASHYNEW ONE!

Bristles get frayedand become ineffective.Bacteria builds up onthe head of the brush.For these reasons, the

American DentalAssociation suggestsreplacing your brushevery 3­4 months. 

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Don't Smoke or Use Other Tobacco Products

Tobacco is not only bad for your hearthealth and the rest of your body, it'sbad for your teeth and gums too.

Tobacco use increases your risk ofdeveloping the following:

Quitting an addictive substance is really

hard. Reach out to a support network,

ask your doctor about medications, and

visit smokefree.gov for free resources to

help you quit.

Trouble quitting?

Oral cancerGum diseaseStained, yellow teethDelayed healing afteroral surgeryImpaired ability to smelland taste

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What your childhood

dentist always said was

true: Soda is bad for your

teeth. Soda has lots of

sugar, which increases

your risk for tooth decay.

When the bacteria in dental

plaque meets the sugary

soda residue, the bacteria

produces acid that eats

away at your tooth enamel.

Go Easy onthe Soda

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Get Your SymptomsChecked

If you have symptomsyou aren't sure about,call your dentist! Toothpain, swelling and other

abnormalities maysignal a problem.

Certain dental problemsare more treatable intheir early stages.

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the power

DON'T UNDERESTIMATE

OF FLUORIDE

Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral. It isadded to tap water to increase exposure.

Fluoride is very effective at preventing toothdecay by strengthening your enamel.

If you use a fluoride toothpaste, you areprobably exposing your enamel to adequatelevels. Keep doing what you're doing! But askyour dentist if you are concerned aboutfluoride and your oral health.

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Rinseafter eating

Rinsing your mouth withwater after a mealwashes away foodmaterial that may

otherwise stick to yourteeth. Rinsing helps

fight tooth decay andteeth stains.

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Treats in ModerationJust like soda, sugary snacks and desserts promotetooth decay. Bacteria in plaque break down the

sugars, producing acid as they do so. It is this acidthat destroys tooth enamel and leads to cavities.

Everyone deserves a treat at least once in awhile.Remember to brush or rinse your mouth afterindulging so sugar doesn't linger on your teeth.

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Visit Your DentistOne of the best things you can do for your oral health is to

continue visiting your dentist every 6 months. The hygienist

removes plaque and tartar from your teeth, and the dentist

checks for signs of problems, ensuring you have excellent

oral health and a gorgeous smile.

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You deserve the smile of your dreams. For aconsultation with the experienced Manhattan

cosmetic dentists at NYC Smile Design, please call(212) 574-4660, or visit nycsmiledesign.com.