{"id":118,"date":"2019-10-10T17:16:00","date_gmt":"2019-10-10T17:16:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.capehartdentistry.com\/blog\/?p=118"},"modified":"2019-11-18T17:18:11","modified_gmt":"2019-11-18T17:18:11","slug":"3-benefits-youll-notice-when-practicing-good-oral-hygiene","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.capehartdentistry.com\/blog\/2019\/10\/10\/3-benefits-youll-notice-when-practicing-good-oral-hygiene\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Benefits You\u2019ll Notice When Practicing Good Oral Hygiene"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Do you regularly brush and floss your teeth? What about\nrinsing? Do you maintain a well-balanced diet? It\u2019s likely you might say both \u201cyes\u201d\nand \u201cno\u201d to some of these, but what is important is that you start making\nstrides to improve your oral health. Why? Since October is National Dental\nHygiene Month<\/a>, there\u2019s no better time to begin working towards healthier\nteeth and gums, especially if you want to avoid spending your money on dental\nwork that can be prevented in the first place! Apart from the money you\u2019ll\nsave, it\u2019s time to consider these 3 additional benefits to maintaining a\nhealthy mouth that should have you making an immediate change. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Look Great and Feel Great: Improved Confidence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When your smile looks like a million bucks, you\u2019ll walk\naround feeling as if you\u2019ve just hit the jackpot. Whether you\u2019re preparing for\na job interview, getting ready for a special date, or planning for your\nupcoming wedding, the moment another person notices your smile, you\u2019ve made\nyour first impression. Your smile can say a lot about you, so if you take the\ntime to keep your teeth, gums, and even your lips and breath in check, it will\nbe noticed and received in a positive way by others. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

No Need to Worry: Reducing the Risk for Decay or Disease<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Teeth and gums that are free of harmful bacteria and left\nbehind food particles have a much lower risk of developing tooth decay and gum\ndisease, both of which can lead to serious health-related problems. When teeth\nbecome decayed, it can result in severe infections that can cause tooth loss.\nIf gums are diseased and plaque and tartar spread beneath the gum line, not\nonly can it lead to bone and tooth loss, but it can also enter the bloodstream\nand result in heart attacks, stroke, diabetes, and other harmful health conditions.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where You Want to Be: Spending Less Time in the Dentist\u2019s Chair<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If the idea of a great day is spent with your family instead\nof in the dentist\u2019s chair, then it\u2019s in your best interest to make sure you\nkeep your smile in good health. No one wants to spend hours having dental work\ncompleted, especially if it could have been avoided altogether. Unfortunately,\nif poor oral hygiene leads to toothaches, infections, or gum disease, you could\nsee time spent with friends and family dwindle. Getting regular dental checkups\nand cleanings, as well as incorporating regular brushing, flossing, and rinsing\ninto your daily routine can help eliminate future problems and have you\nspending your precious time with the ones you love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By spending a few minutes each day cleaning your teeth,\ngums, cheeks, and tongue, you can rest easier knowing you\u2019ll reap the benefits\nwith each passing year. Not only will your family dentist be pleased but so\nwill you! If you\u2019re struggling to get into a routine, talk to your dentist to\nfind out how you can start improving your at-home dental hygiene regime.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author <\/strong>
Dr. Christopher Capehart attended the University of Texas at Dallas where he graduated Summa Cum Laude with a bachelor\u2019s degree in biology. He then went on to earn a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, graduating Magna Cum Laude. With a passion for dentistry, Dr. Capehart develops lasting relationships with his patients, ensuring they receive the highest level of quality care. Ensuring all his patients maintain good oral hygiene is his priority, so whether it is performing a general checkup and cleaning in-office or offering valuable tips and techniques to improve an oral hygiene routine at home, he and his team are here to help. Contact us via our website<\/a> or by calling (972) 436-1325<\/strong> to learn more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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