When many people think of old age, they think of missing teeth or dentures. However, you can maintain a strong and healthy smile as a senior if you take good care of your teeth and gums. To help you do so, our First Dental of Bluffton dental team encourages you to do the following things:
-Keep up on oral hygiene: It’s important that you brush your teeth every morning and every night, floss your smile at least once a day, and rinse your mouth with mouthwash daily. These techniques will properly clean your smile each day and they will wash away the particles that threaten to destroy your smile.
-Use fluoride: Each time you come into our office, make sure you take advantage of our professional fluoride treatment. Also, use fluoride toothpaste and fluoride mouthwash while you are at home. For even more fluoride, drink tap water every chance you get. Fluoride is a strong and beneficial mineral that gives your teeth the ability to survive. It’s important that you receive the right amount of fluoride each day.
-Have a balanced diet: It’s best to eat balanced meals each day because doing so will keep your chompers healthy and strong. We also recommend eating as many fruits and vegetables as possible and we also ask that you avoid snacking throughout the day.
-Quit smoking: Smoking is a nasty habit that can destroy your health as well as your smile. It can create many different types of cancers as well cause gum disease, tooth decay, and tooth loss. So, if you want a successful smile, you need to quit the habit.
-Visit your dentist: It is strongly recommended that you visit your dentist every six months for a dental cleaning and exam. These appointments make it possible to completely avoid gum disease and tooth decay. So, make sure you keep up with your dental checkups.
Your mouth changes as you age, so it’s very important that you do these things so you can keep your natural smile as you grow older. We want you to have the beautiful, natural smile you are proud of. If you have any questions or if you would like to know more about smile care in Bluffton, South Carolina, please feel free to call First Dental of Bluffton today and schedule an appointment with Dr. Charles W. Hobart II. All you need to do is dial 843-757-2828 now!