Looking for inspiration for your 2020 resolutions that are actually achievable? Why not put your smile first and think about improving your dental health in the new year! Here at Lister House Dental Centre in Harlow, we cannot stress enough the importance that healthy gums have on your overall health and quality of life. Neglecting your oral health can increase your risk of gum disease and can lead to more serious issues such as stroke and heart attacks. We’ve put together some helpful tips to achieving and maintaining healthy teeth and gums to keep you smiling all year round.
2×2
The most helpful habit you an adopt this new year is to brush your teeth with a fluoride toothpaste twice a day for 2 minutes – easily remembered by the moniker 2×2! Remembering to brush your teeth everyday will help prevent cavities, freshen breath and help to avoid more painful dental problems. Also, if you haven’t swapped your old toothbrush out for a new one this year, now’s the time to do so! Changing your toothbrush every 3-4 months will ensure that the bristles are working optimally and that lingering bacteria is kept to a minimum.
Start flossing
Flossing is a small new year’s resolution that promises big payoffs! Alongside brushing twice every day, flossing is an essential tool to keep your oral health in tip top shape by helping to remove plaque and reducing your risk of gum disease.
Curbing that sweet tooth
By cutting down on sugar in 2020, you’ll be inhibiting bacterial growth that feed of this sugary substance and inevitably form plaque. Once plaque coats the enamel, it makes it harder for you to clean your teeth so get the upper hand on cavities and curb that sweet tooth this year!
Visit your dentist
Make it a part of your new year’s resolution to visit your dentist at least twice a year. By booking an appointment with us at Lister House Dental Practice, we will make sure that you and your family receive comprehensive preventative dental care and give you great advice on how to maintain your oral health at home!