You have heard the slogan “An apple a day, keeps the doctor away”, but how do you keep the dentist at bay? Yes, I am getting older and through the years I have had my share of cavities, fillings, crowns for broken teeth, and yes….the dreaded root canal!
But I still have all of my teeth (except the wisdom ones), and I want to keep my choppers as long as I can. So I started to research what things I can do to maintain my choppers! Granted, most of these items are recommended by dentists, but do you know why they are being recommended?
Joke time:
- What do you get when you cross a dentist with a boat? A tooth ferry!
- What do you call a dentist in the Army? A drill sergeant!
Ok, all kidding aside, it is important, no matter your age, you take good care of your teeth and sustain your oral care routine. For those who know me, there will be oral care products from Young Living that I will recommend….but for now, what are the items that comprise good health care?
- Brush twice a day: Brush twice a day with an electric toothbrush or a soft-bristled toothbrush to prevent damage to your gums and teeth. Using an electric toothbrush with its micro-movements and the two-minute timer helps users remove plaque effectively and massages the gums to stimulate blood flow for gum health.
Note: Young Living does not have toothbrushes, so you are on your own here…but they DO HAVE toothpaste, and several of them….even for the kiddos! They are:
Thieves® AromaBright™ Toothpaste brushes away buildup and helps support strong and healthy-looking teeth with all-natural ingredients that are gentle on teeth and enamel.
KidScents® Toothpaste’s gentle cleaning ingredients help fight plaque, clean children’s teeth, and remove buildup to support healthy-looking gums—all while remaining fluoride and SLS-free.
- Floss daily: Flossing daily is essential to remove food particles and plaque from between your teeth and along the gumline. Consider using a water flosser as it can remove plaque from under the gums where a toothbrush or floss cannot reach.
Note: Use Young Living’s “Thieves” dental floss!
Double infused with our signature Thieves premium essential oil blend, Thieves® Dental Floss is fray resistant and easily glides between teeth to help remove food particles and buildup.- Use mouthwash: Using mouthwash after brushing and flossing can help reduce the amount of bacteria in your mouth, and helps remove plaque and gingivitis. Using mouthwash regularly also helps freshen your breath.
Note: Use Young Living’s “Thieves” mouthwash!
Alcohol and fluoride-free, Thieves® Fresh Essence Plus™ Mouthwash cleans hard-to-reach areas of the teeth and gums for a whole-mouth clean.SIDEBAR: What the heck is gingivitis and why do you want to avoid it?
If too much plaque accumulates around the gum line and isn’t removed regularly, it causes an inflammatory and immune response such as gingivitis or worse periodontitis. If gingivitis is left untreated, it can worsen and become periodontitis, a progression of an oral infection that causes PERMANENT damage through tissue, bone, and tooth loss! Additionally, if the bacteria enters the bloodstream, it can pose serious health issues like – kidney disease, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, stroke, and thyroid disease!
I certainly did not know your mouth can cause these health issues….Now I will pay more attention…right!
- Limit sugary and acidic foods and drinks: Yes, this means start eliminating soft drinks! Food and drinks that are high in sugar (especially fructose or corn syrup) and acid can erode tooth enamel and contribute to tooth decay. Limiting your intake of these types of food and drinks can help protect your teeth.
- Quit smoking: Smoking can cause a range of oral health problems, including bad breath, tooth discoloration, gum disease, and oral cancer. Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your overall health, including your oral health.
- Visit your Dentist regularly: I know, this is the part you don’t like but is necessary to keep your choppers intact! Regular dental check-ups and cleanings can help prevent and detect oral health problems early before they become more serious. It's recommended to visit your dentist at least twice a year.
Well, there you have 6 tips for keeping your Choppers as healthy as you can! If this blog article was of value, hop on over to my website: click here and signup for my free education center.
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