adult oral care and maintenence for a heathy smile
Did you know that good oral hygiene helps towards a healthier life? Recent research suggests potential links between bacteria that causes periodontal or gum disease and systemic diseases. To keep healthy, it is important to prevent periodontal disease and maintain a good oral routine.
Some of the most important things we can do to keep ourt teeth healthy are:
- brushing and flossing daily
- eating a healthy balanced diet
- quit smoking
- regularly visiting your dentist for teeth cleaning and dental checkups
Why Do i need to visit the dentist twice a year?
In addition to checking your teeth and gums, Dr. Eidelson will check for any signs of diseases such as oral cancer.
How can i help?
Please tell Dr. Eidelson if you've had any irregularities within your mouth and lips. Things to look for are:
- sores
- swelling
- discoloration (on the tongue, lips, cheek, throat, jawbone, or palate)
If you are older than 45, it becomes increasingly more important to have regular dental checkups because the majority of oral cancers occur in people this age.
Great oral health also means a great smile and today there are many options for adults. If you are unhappy with your smile, contact Dr. Eidelson for a FREE Smile consultation to go over the options of enhancing your smile with clear Invisalign Invisible braces, porcelain veneers and several different whitening products. Keep your smile young and healthy!
