It’s never too late to start a new resolution, even if it’s well past the start of the year.

1. Actionable Oral Health
Resolutions For A Brighter And
Healthier Smile

2. Have you set some goals about having
a healthier lifestyle this year?
Why not make it a goal to improve
your oral health?
Here are new oral health resolutions
that will go a long way toward giving
you a brighter and healthier smile this
year.

3. Pick the right toothbrush
Do you know how to choose the right
toothbrush?
A good toothbrush should be able to reach
the places that need cleaning and should
have soft bristles. The bristles need to be
flexible, the kind that bends right under your
gums. Hard bristles are harsh and can wear
down the structure of your tooth.

4. Change your
toothbrush regularly
It could be hard for you to give up a good
toothbrush. But when bristles start to wear,
it’s time to change your toothbrush. Worn
bristles are less effective at cleaning your
teeth.
Dentists recommend changing your
toothbrush every three to four months.

5. Harder isn’t better
In brushing your teeth, harder isn’t better.
Don’t scrub your teeth too hard, thinking
that it will thoroughly clean your teeth and
gums. Plaque is soft and loose, so there’s no
need to scrub hard.
Gently brush your teeth and gums as if
you’re massaging them.

6. Ditch the soda
Soda is harsh on teeth. Citric acid and
phosphoric acid give soda its bite. Fizzy
seems fun, but it eats away your tooth’s
surface.
Occasional soda is fine, but a can/glass or
more a day will soften your tooth enamel and
will make it susceptible to cavities.
Drink water instead. Add some flavor such
as mint leaves, lemon, or sliced citrus.

7. Consume Calcium
and other Vitamins
Your teeth need plenty of calcium and other
vitamins. Calcium supplements depending
on your doctor’s prescription and dairy
products are good. Vitamin D is necessary
for maintaining healthy teeth and gums.
Vitamin B complex also protects your teeth
and gums from bleeding and cracking.

8. Visit your dentist
every six months
By seeing your dentist every six months for
regular checkups, you’d be able to prevent
oral health problems that will cause you
discomfort.
Proper oral hygiene is more than just clean
teeth and fresh breath; it is one of the best
ways to help maintain good overall health.
Resolve to have a healthier diet, to quit
smoking and to maintain an oral hygiene
routine.

9. Start doing these actionable oral health resolutions now for a
better & brighter oral health future. To read more oral health tips,
visit our site blog www.kyrenefamilydentistry.com/blog/
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